Guide to Wineries, Tasting Rooms, Restaurants, Events

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Guide to Wineries, Tasting Rooms, Restaurants, Events & Accommodations in
Monterey, San Benito, San Luis Obispo, Santa Clara and Santa Cruz Counties
Paso Robles Wine Festival | Moss Landing Antique Street Fair
Morgan Hill Mushroom Mardi Gras | Monterey Wine Festival | Concorso Italiano
Spring/Summer 2011 • Complimentary
The vineyards and
wines just keep
getting better
and better...
Finally spring is here; we have bud break in the vineyards and can turn our attention to the winegrowing season. All the rain we received this winter has recharged
the soil profile and given the vines a great start to what we hope will be another
vintage year.
This fall’s Crush will mark my 15th harvest in Monterey County. We have seen a
lot of changes over that time — lots of new vineyards, a proliferation of new
labels, and national and international acclaim for the wines from our home. But
there is one constant — the partnership between the winegrowers’ unwavering
belief in the amazing quality of grapes from our region and the support of our
neighbors. And while Monterey wines may no longer be a local, “best kept”
secret, it is still to our local patrons that we look for appreciation and direction.
Your support is crucial as we work to demonstrate this amazing Monterey Wine
Country for visitors and get the word out: the wines of Monterey County are the
equal of any in the world! Happily, the vineyards and wines just keep getting
better and better. A few months ago, I realized my personal dream when finally
opening the Hammond Vineyards’ Tasting Room on River Road. Every winemaker
has a healthy ego — I feel great pride when folks stop by on the weekends and
enjoy my wines. My vision is to make Pinot Noir and Chardonnay that speaks to
its vineyard source, is very accessible, framing the fruit with just the right amount
of oak.
Reggie Hammond
We hear a lot these days about buying and eating “local.” When you bring your
out-of-town guests into our tasting rooms, often it will be the actual vineyard
owner or winemaker across the counter, pouring that very personal sample for you.
That one-on-one relationship is very important to us and keeps our family businesses going. We and our fellow Monterey County vintners hope you’ll take time
to visit us soon.
Come by 655 River Road on the River Road Wine Trail, try a glass on our beautiful front deck, and let me thank you in person for being a fan of Monterey wines.
Santé
Reggie Hammond
Note: Hammond Vineyards tasting room is located on River Road
in Salinas. See the Tasting Room listing on page 81
www.wine-n-travel.com
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Tasting Room Hours:
Mon.–Fri. 11 am–4 pm
Sat.–Sun. 11 am–5 pm
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831.620.0645
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37700 Foothill Rd.
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www.Hahnestates.com
831 678 4555
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Volume 14 No. 1
Spring/Summer 2011
Co-Publishers:
Keith Moon
winetravel@comcast.net
831-754-2677
Richard L. Hughett
rlh@redshift.com
831-757-5709
Website: www.wine-n-travel.com
Editor: Keith Moon
Director of Design & Production: Richard L. Hughett
Creative Direction: Adpartner, Inc., Monterey, CA
Contributing Writers: Richard L. Hughett, Keith
Moon, Victor Kong, Laura Ness, Dave Muret,
Angela Hains, Hamilton Otsukisama, Mike
Lynch, Reggie Hammond, Patti Bond, Bonnie
Swank, Nicole Gustas, Heidi Adams
Contributing Photographers: Keith Moon, Richard
L. Hughett, Richard Green, Patty Hinz Imagery,
Batista Moon Studio, Scott Campbell, Erin
Perkins
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Spring/Summer 2011
F e a t u r e s
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On Our
Cover
Monterey County Wine Festival
The festival celebrates 35 years with a historical turn
Moss Landing by Richard L. Hughett
41st annual Antique Faire set for Sunday, July 31st
The Santa Cruz Mountains by Laura Ness
Girls just wanna have fun!
22Carmel-by-the-Sea
Enjoy the CRAWL, La Dolce Vita and Cima Collina
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The Crossroads Shopping Village by Richard L. Hughett
Travel Bag, Taste Morgan, Sea Harvest Woodies, and Rio Grill
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San Juan Bautista by Keith Moon
Visit San Juan Bautista for food, fun and fine art
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Paso Robles/Templeton by Keith Moon
Enjoy a wine holiday
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Tarpy’s Roadhouse by Richard L. Hughett
Dine in a beautiful oasis offering the finest American country cuisine
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Visit Carmel Valley Village by Keith Moon
Shop, dine and sip wine
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Spotlight on Central Coast Wines by Keith Moon
Wines and wineries are highlighted
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Photo Page by Richard L. Hughett
The people at Central Coast events
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Voice of the Vintner by Reggie Hammond
Recipes from Shadowbrook and Contemporary Catering
Vine Notes by Keith Moon and Richard L. Hughett
Coming Events Activities worth noting
Recommended Hotels & Inns Best places to stay
Guide to Wine Tasting Rooms Directions and information
Directory and Maps of Wineries & Tasting Rooms
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“Dancing
Landscape: Loma
Prieta Winery”
by Jude Bischoff
Jude Bischoff, who’s painting “Dancing
Landscape: Loma Prieta Winery,” captures
the essence of an afternoon in the Santa
Cruz Mountains, is an athlete, naturalist,
dreamer, and artist who revels in the natural energy of the world around him. Raised
with a healthy love of the outdoors and
trained as a fine artist at Bowling Green
State University, Ohio, his drive to create
is strong. Through powerful oils and bold
acrylics, Jude channels the very essence
of life, those unseen driving forces of the
universe, into something seeable and
knowable. Contact him about his art at
Jude Bischoff Fine Art, P.O. Box 1202,
Cedar Ridge, CA 95924, by phone at
760-668-9408 and at his website
www.judebischoff.com
$99/night Sun-Thurs
subject to availability
Pacific Gardens Inn
Within walking distance of Asilomar Conference
Grounds and beautiful Asilomar State Beach, located
in a quiet, wooded setting. Comfortable, spacious
rooms feature wood-burning fireplaces. Complete
continental breakfast served every morning.
Complimentary wine and cheese offered in the
evenings. Free wireless Internet, guest laundry, two
outdoor spas and some pet-friendly rooms completes
your secluded, perfect place for a quiet getaway.
Pacific Gardens Inn
701 Asilomar Boulevard
Pacific Grove, CA 93950
800-262-1566
www.pacificgardensinn.com
Spring/Summer 2011
The 26th Annual Concorso Italiano Scheduled For August 19th
At the Beautiful Laguna Seca Golf Ranch
The 2011 Concorso Italiano, “A Celebration of Italian Style,”
will return to the beautiful Laguna Seca Golf Ranch on Friday,
August 19th and will offer new features.
This year’s event will celebrate the following anniversaries: the
40th for the DeTomaso Pantera and the Maserati Bora, and the
45th for the Maserati Ghibli. In addition, there will be a new
Classic Ferrari display, this year featuring “originals and barn
finds.” There will also be a Black & White display area, which
will showcase cars with black exteriors and black wheels and all
white cars.
wonderful food, available throughout the event, exceptional
wine, music, Italian fashion and scheduled entertainment. And,
there is complimentary on-site parking!
The exhibitor fees, which include show entry for the driver and
a passenger, are as follows: Italian car registration is $115.00
through May 31st, for non-Italian cars it is $145.00 through May
31st, and Italian motorcycle registration is $75.00, also through
May 31st. These fees also include additional benefits and gifts.
This event is presented by Tom McDowell, who says, “The Concorso has a 25-year tradition as a leading participant in the festival of automobiles on the Monterey Peninsula each August.
This year’s event will continue the prior tradition and will be the
destination for those passionate about Italian lifestyle, and Italian automobiles. Concorso Italiano is dedicated to people who
love life in its entirety.”
Tickets for spectators are $100.00 through May 31st. Children
12 and under are free when accompanied by a paying adult. Visit
www.concorso.com, where you can find details about registration
fees, purchase spectator tickets and register a vehicle. 
While you stroll through this magnificent setting, you can enjoy
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The Ultimate
Vine-to-Wine
Experience on the
Monterey Peninsula
Just minutes from
downtown Carmel
Complimentary
Wine Estate Tours
daily by reservation
10:30 & 2:30 Mon-Fri
12:30 & 2:30 Sat-Sun
Family owned and operated since 1982.
8940 Carmel Valley Road
Carmel, California 93923
831 624 2600
www.chateaujulien.com
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Spring/Summer 2011
The Monterey Wine Festival
Celebrates 35 Years
With a Historical Turn
Friday & Saturday, June 10 & 11
Monterey Wine Festival:
June 10 • 5 to 8 pm
Monterey Hyatt &
Monterey Museum of
Art at La Mirada
June 11 • 12 to 4 pm
Monterey Custom
House Plaza
& Maritime Museum
Now in its 35th year, the Monterey Wine Festival continues to evolve into a platform for
the regional wine industry and the community
of wine lovers. To celebrate, the festival will
take a historical turn and bring guests along for
a ride through the sips and scenery. On Friday
evening, the festival kicks off at The Monterey
Hyatt Regency, where gourmet bites and sips
from the wineries will be enjoyed. During this
gala evening, guests also can take a quick
hop on the Champagne Shuttle sponsored by
Sam Linder Auto Group and continue the
party at The Monterey Museum of Art at La
Mirada. This museum is known for its historic
architecture and the celebrities who resided
there. Guests can enjoy the views from the
hilltop and of the art inside the gallery, but
perhaps the most ardent competition for
attention will be found in the sips of Champagne and bites of chocolate dipped strawberries. What fun to hob-nob in the same location
as old Hollywood!
On Saturday afternoon the Wine Festival celebration continues at another historic destination, the Custom House Plaza and Maritime
Museum, with its snazzy newly appointed
foyer. These historical edifices are on sites that
many consider hallowed ground. Guests will
continue this day of celebration with a completely mouth-watering experience from both
the many participating wineries and the
numerous purveyors of food. Along with the
wine and food, add the sounds of live music to
give the party-goers a plethora of pleasure...
Wine! Food! Music! Ahhhh!
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Then...It’s a “Chowdah” Throw Down!
A sweet addition to this year’s festival is the
2nd Annual West Coast Chowder Competition. Professional chefs from the all over the
Pacific Coast will come to compete as chowder
lovers pay homage to their special creations.
This year chefs from Seattle, San Francisco
and other chowder-known destinations will be
landing in Monterey to compete against the
local titans of chowder. All competitors will be
trying to slay the judges’ tongues with their
creations, take home the prize money and
boast of their achievement in what is expected
to be one of the most impressive competitions
around. Clam, Seafood and Creative Chowders are the categories that make up the contest and the big Copper Pot Award goes to the
People’s Choice along with a cash prize. Guests
can sample or buy a cup of chowder of their
entries and pick their own personal favorites
and compare their palates to the judges. Wines
that pair with chowders will also be available
to sample. Tickets to the various venues of the
Monterey Wine Festival are available online
at www.montereywine.com. Order today! 
Spring/Summer 2011
Château Julien Presents “Dine in DiVine” on August 17-20
Château Julien Wine Estate offers guests a rare opportunity to
dine alfresco amongst the graceful Sangiovese vines that embellish the beautiful five-acre estate in Carmel Valley. This will be
the setting for four consecutive evenings of “Dine in DiVine,”
the sumptuous affair that celebrates the Monterey Peninsula’s
classic car week and is held Wednesday through Saturday, August
17-20. Each evening provides an authentic wine country experience as Chef Terry Teplitzky prepares an elegant, Basque-style
menu served with fine local wines and delectable desserts amid a
display of rare vintage automobiles.
As a guest said last year, “The food, the setting, the wine and
fabulous hospitality...it just doesn’t get any better. Not even in
Tuscany!” Automotive highlights include Porsche on Wednesday, Ferrari on Thursday, Vintage cars on Friday, and Tesla and
alternative fuel cars on Saturday. Guests may participate with
their own cars or simply enjoy the festivities. The party begins at
6:30 each night and reservations are required. Call 831-6242600 or visit www.chateaujulien.com.
renowned tasting panel. The wines and their scores are: Private
Reserve, Merlot, Monterey County, 95 points and Gold Medal;
Private Reserve, Malbec, Monterey County, 93 points and Gold
Medal; “La Conviviance,” Monterey County, 93 points and
Gold Medal and Cellar Selection, and “Black Nova III,” Monterey County, 90 points and Gold Medal. The Beverage Testing
Institute was founded in 1981 with the objective of producing
fair and impartial wine reviews for consumers. 
Château Julien’s Wines Judged “Exceptional
In other news, The Beverage Institute in Chicago announced
that four of the 2007 vintage wines produced by Château Julien
Wine Estate have been rated as “Exceptional” by the Institute’s
Mark Your Calendars:
• Entry Forms Due No Later Than
Friday, May 27, 2011
• Wine Received at the Paso
Robles Events Center • CCWC Competition Judging May 31 - June 10, 2011
June 15 & 16, 2011
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CHALLEN
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• CCWC Wine Industry Tasting June 16, 2011, 5:00pm to
7:00pm at Paso Robles Event
Center
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Illustrations used with permission of the Jo Mora Trust
• Celebration of 75 Years of Food
and Wine at the Monterey
County Fair - Sept. 2, 2011
5:30pm - 7:30pm at the
Monterey County Fair
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Spring/Summer 2011
Caraccioli Cellars Energizes Carmel’s
Wine Tasting Scene
by Nicole Gustas
When a new tasting room opens in Monterey County, I’m as
excited as I was on the first day of school when I was a kid. What
will it look like? Will the staff be friendly? And — most importantly — how good is the wine?
The room, designed to look like a wine cellar, has warm modernist elements such as the enormous wooden slab used as the tasting bar and rococo touches like the armchairs in the front window. It felt like a nightclub that was almost, but not quite, too
cool for me to hang out in.
On a recent Saturday, I stopped in at Caraccioli Cellars in Carmel-by-the-Sea, which opened just three months ago. The winery has nailed it right out of the gate with their first vintage,
serving up distinctive Burgundian-Chablis-style wines in an
atmosphere that’s unique among Carmel tasting rooms.
Scott is young, excited and just as cool as his tasting room. As he
poured, he shared Caraccioli’s story. The Caraccioli family successfully grew produce near Gonzales for many years. In 2006,
they expanded into viticulture. Their delectable wines prove
that this was a brilliant move.
Scott Caraccioli, who was pouring on the day I tasted, said that
he went to great lengths to create the distinctive ambience of
the Si Tyler-designed tasting room. Caraccioli worked with the
town government to ensure that it would be exactly as he envisioned it. Every detail is perfect, right down to the catchy logo
on every wine glass.
The tasting led off with two sparkling wines, a Brut Cuvee and a
Brut Rosé. Caraccioli Cellars may be the only local winery that
offers up two bubblies on its menu. The sparklers made the tasting experience feel like a glamorous special occasion. The wines
themselves are worthy of black tie.
Most local wineries have a repertoire that’s heavy on the reds.
Caraccioli bucks the trend, offering almost all white wines. The
three still wines on the tasting menu include two high-minerality
Chardonnays and an exquisite Pinot Noir. Every wine pairs well
with Caraccioli’s carefully edited menu of small plates. Any of
these wines would make a great gift to take home to friends —
especially friends who like to share. The temptation to keep it
for yourself will be nigh-irresistible. Better buy an extra bottle!
Caraccioli Cellars is located on Dolores between Ocean and 7th
in Carmel-by-the-Sea. 
Note: Nicole Gustas is Director of Online Marketing for
the Monterey County Convention & Visitors Bureau.
Monterey’s
Sea Harvest
Fish Market
& Restaurant
Near
Cannery Row
The Sea Harvest Fish Market & Restaurant in
Monterey is one of three award-winning fish market and restaurant combinations owned by the
Deyerle Brothers. The others are in Carmel at the
Crossroads and in Moss Landing.
The Sea Harvest in Monterey is located at 598
Foam Street, just up from Cannery Row. Open
daily, the market sells fish starting at 9:00 a.m. and
the restaurant serves from 11:00 a.m. For more
information, please call 831-646-0547. 
For the past 25 years they have been earning a
reputation for catching and offering the largest
selection of fresh local seafood. Their commitment
to diners is the “fish on the table is fresh off the boat.”
The Deyerles fish from their own boats and operate
a processing plant. The other fish that is served in
the restaurants is from sustainable fisheries. Of
course, there is a full showcase of fresh fish, including shellfish, to choose from for your dinner table
at home.
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Spring/Summer 2011
Pacific Gardens Inn Offers $99.00 Room Special!
muffins, croissants and scones with fresh
fruit and beverages is offered, and is also
complimentary. For groups, the inn’s conference center offers the perfect atmosphere for meetings, reunions and parties.
The Pacific Gardens Inn, located a short
walk from beautiful Asilomar Beach, is
recognized for its comfort and quiet, and is
the ideal location to relax and enjoy some
of California’s most scenic destinations.
Inn guests enjoy wonderful views from
their rooms, including Monterey Cypress,
Voted #1 by
pines and majestic oaks. Most of their 28
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spacious rooms feature natural wood-burning fireplaces, and all have comfortable,
country-feel furniture, refrigerators, popcorn poppers with popcorn, and coffee makers. Two of the rooms offer wheelchair
access. Guests can also relax in one of their hot tubs, gazing up at
the starry night sky.
The inn has received awards for excellence
and proudly displays its AAA three-star
rating. It has been honored as the city’s
“Best Hotel” by the Pacific Grove Chamber of Commerce and voted #1 for three
years among all Pacific Grove hotels by tripadvisor.com!
And in addition, to make your stay more desirable, Owner/Innkeeper Robert Boerner also offers an unbelievable $99.00 room
rate special Sunday through Thursday, subject to availability. Boerner and his gracious
staff take pride in making your stay a memorable experience.
Robert Boerner
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The inn is near downtown Pacific Grove, the Monterey Bay
Aquarium and not far from downtown Carmel. The Pacific
Grove golf course, next to the ocean, is also close by.
The Pacific Gardens Inn is a place to get away from it all, but still
be close to the peninsula’s many visitor destinations. To learn
more about their special $99.00 rate and make reservations, call
800-262-1566. Or visit: www.pacificgardensinn.com. 
Complimentary wine and cheese are served
in front of the lobby fireplace every evening.
In the mornings a complete continental
breakfast featuring sweet rolls, assorted
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Spring/Summer 2011
Chef Profile:
Brian Overhauser, Hahn SLH Estate Winery
Brian Overhauser is one of the renowned chefs who have helped
establish Monterey County as one of the great culinary regions of
the world. As a child he was influenced by multi-cultural cuisine
and developed a passion for learning as much as possible about
food and wine. Twenty years ago, while traveling in France, Chef
Overhauser’s dream began to take shape. He fell in love with Pinot
Noir and Chardonnay. Then he earned his culinary degree at the
Ritz Escoffier Ecole de Gastronomie in Paris. To further his education he trained at London’s Institute of Masters of Wine. Today his
career spans over two decades as a restaurateur, chef and wine
professional. His time in kitchens, at the front of the house, in
tasting rooms and wineries has given him an insightful approach
to the pairing of food and wine, as well as pleasing palates.
Since being appointed as the Director of Culinary Wine Sales at
Hahn SLH Estate, Overhauser has been spearheading the development of the “Chef’s Kitchen,” the first integrated wine tasting and
culinary facility in the Santa Lucia Highlands. In April, Chef
Brian was featured at Pebble Beach Food and Wine and served his
“Peking duck taco” alongside culinary luminaries of international
renown. In May he’ll host Charles Phan of the Slanted Door at the
winery for a culinary expedition and cooking demo as part of the
Monterey Bay Aquarium’s “Cooking for Solutions” event.
In addition to rubbing elbows with famous chefs, Brian is hard at
work on the winery’s culinary program. He’s working with a local
horticulturalist to develop a sustainable garden adjacent to the
vineyards in the Santa Lucia Highlands, spending time with winemaker Paul Clifton to develop a series of Chef’s Kitchen wine
blends, and partnering with local produce farmers to promote fresh
local products. 
Tequila Drinkers & Tasting Judges Love Award-Winning Tequila Don Elias!
Local, award-winning Tequila Don Elias has
been in the marketplace since September 2009.
Carefully cared for, distilled and bottled in
crystal bottles, this fine product has been recognized in many competitions and it was highlighted in the December 2010 issue of the
Tasting Panel Magazine, featuring their Don
Elias Extra Anejo, which received 90 points
given by the Editor-in-Chief Anthony Dias Blue.
The Tequila Don Elias Team — Juan Carlos Ortiz (sales),
Anna Padilla (marketing) and Joaquin Robles (president
and owner).
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You can find their distinctive, medal-winning
tequilas at local SaveMart and Costco locations. For all their retail locations, contact
their sales department at 831-970-7163 or visit
tequiladonelias@gmail.com. We invite you to
try Tequila Don Elias today! Cheers!!! 
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Awards and
Recognitions:
Tequila Don Elias Blanco
Gold medal winner in San Francisco World
Spirits Competition 2010 and platinum medal
winner in the 2010 Monterey Tequila Expo.
Tequila Don Elias Reposado
2010 platinum medal winner in the 2010
Monterey Tequila Expo
Tequila Don Elias Añejo
2010 silver medal winner in the 2010 Monterey Tequila Expo
Tequila Don Elias Extra Añejo
bronze medal winner in San Francisco World
Spirits Competition 2010 and gold medal
winner in the 2010 Monterey Tequila Expo.
Spring/Summer 2011
The
West Coast
Chowder
Competition
Who will be ......
Taste the chowders * Meet the chefs * sip the wine
June 11th, 2011 custom house plaza noon - 3 p.m.
Visit www.montereywine.com
Sponsored by....
Moss Landing...
41st Annual Antique Faire Set for Sunday, July 31st
by Richard L. Hughett
Sunday, July 31st, Moss Landing will present its largest yearly event, the 41st
Annual Antique Faire. Explore hundreds
of booths, furniture, antiques, art, collectibles, and the village’s many shops. An
array of prepared food will also be available. This great event is from 7:30 a.m. to
5:00, and starts off with a pancake breakfast. Admission is $5.00, and parking is
free! No pets are allowed. For more information, call the Moss Landing Chamber,
831-633-4501.
For the past 25 years, Sea Harvest Fish
Market & Restaurant has established a
reputation for great seafood. The Deyerle
Brothers also own restaurant/fish markets
in Carmel and Monterey and operate
their own processing plant. And, they fish
from their own boats for squid, sardines,
rockfish and other species, so when they
say “fresh off the boat to your table,” they
The annual antique faire
Moss Landing KOA
Express Plus
Sea Harvest
FISH MARKETs & RESTAURANTs
Sea Harvest Fish Market & Restaurant
mean it. Most of the menu, which includes
clam chowder, smoked salmon bisque,
salads and fresh seafood entrées, is from
the Deyerle’s boats. This restaurant sits on
the water next to the main harbor channel, with a great view and the perfect
J&S Surplus
and Outdoor Store
Military & Professional
Clothing & Equipment,
Camouflage, Coats,
Hats, Gloves, Boots, Knives, Binoculars,
Night Vision, Flags,
Collectibles, Rain & Camping Gear, Paintball,
&
Adult
zes in Air Soft, Specialty Items
Kids’ Si ing
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Everyt
and Much More!
“Walk to the Beach”
7905 Sandholt Road
Moss Landing, CA 95039
1-800-562-3390
1-831-633-6800
Pet
Friendly
Highway 1 & N. Struve Rd. • Moss Landing
(2 minutes north of the Moss Landing Power Plant)
831-724-0588 • www.SurplusInc.com
www.mosslandingkoa.com or www.reynoldsresorts.com
CAPTAIN’S INN
At Moss Landing
Open 9 am - 6 pm everyday
Fresh “Off the Boat”
To Your Table
Fresh fish in our markets, delicious fish
and shellfish dishes in our restaurants.
P O T STOP
CARMEL
100A Crossroads Blvd. • 831.626.3626
Waterfront Views
Private Baths
Watch Wildlilfe
Full Breakfast
(831) 633-5550
www.captainsinn.com
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MONTEREY
598 Foam Street • 831.646.0547
MOSS LANDING
2420 Highway 1 • 831.728.8686
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POTTERY AND MORE
2360 HIGHWAY 1
“This Place is
MOSS LANDING
POT HEAVEN!”
831-768-7557
wed-sat 9:30 am-5:30 pm
potstopml.com
Sun 10 am-5 pm
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place to watch the sea otters. They offer
heated-deck outdoor dining, and an acre
of free parking! The market opens daily at
8:00; the restaurant opens at 11:00.
For those who travel in a motorhome or
trailer, a stay at the Moss Landing KOA
Express Plus is a must. Next to the harbor
and a few minutes walk to the beach, this
RV park is pet friendly! When traveling,
visit other members of the Reynolds Park
system: Salinas/Monterey KOA, 800-5624360; Santa Cruz North KOA/Costanoa,
Moss Landing KOA Express Plus
Some Restaurants are Legends
Signature Coastal Cuisine
Pescadero, 800-562-9867; Avila/Pismo
Beach KOA, 800-562-1244; Yosemite
South/Coarsegold KOA, 800-562-7606;
Brannon Island KOA & Marina, 800562-9105. The toll free number for the
Moss Landing KOA is 800-562-3390 and
the website is www.mosslandingkoa.com.
Phil’s Oyster & Wine Bar is a great place
to enjoy an evening. Sit at the bar and
sample a wonderful variety of oysters,
served in different styles, a choice of many
beers and Monterey area wines. Phils’ Fish
Market & Eatery is also renowned for his
signature dish, Cioppino. Phil will ship it
“everywhere by the bucket.” It’s a great
gift! Some time ago Phil was visited by
the Food Network and Chef Bobbie Flay,
who showed up to challenge him to a
“Throwdown.” And guess who won. Phil
did, with his famous Cioppino! Contact
Phil’s at 831-633-2152.
Visit the Whole Enchilada Marketplace,
open daily at 7:00 a.m., to select from a
Phil DiGirolamo and his famous Cioppino
variety of Monterey, Santa Cruz and other
California wines for tasting and an assortment of fine tequilas. On Friday nights
the tastings are free and a winery representative is there! In the Marketplace,
you can buy great hot and cold specialty
deli sandwiches, salads, their famous BBQ
Tri Tip Sandwich and fresh fruit smoothies.
They also sell general grocery and gift
items, other liquors, including an assortment of tequilas. Farm Fresh Produce,
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Wine Tasting & Beer Bar
Local Produce
Deli & Grocery
Sports TV
Come See Why.
HIGHWAY 1 & MOSS LANDING ROAD
MOSS LANDING, CA
T he W hole E nchilada
831-633-3038
T he M oss L anding I nn , C elebrating 60 Y ears
www.wenchilada.com
Open Daily from 7 am to 7 pm
831-632-2628
7990 Highway One
Moss Landing
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weddings and accommodations, call 831633-5550 or visit www.captainsinn.com.
next to the Whole Enchilada Marketplace, is one of the largest markets in
Monterey County. It is filled with fresh
local produce, and at competitive prices.
It’s open daily from 8:00 to 7:00 p.m.
With its south-of-the-border atmosphere,
The Whole Enchilada, opened in 1981, is
a county landmark. The menu, created by
Executive Chef Luis Solano, features
exciting dishes inspired by the flavors of
Italy, Spain, and Mexico. Owner Ray
Retez, “Mr. Moss Landing,” is famous for
his big smile and warm greeting. The
Enchilada offers dining indoor and
Melanie Gideon of Captain’s Inn
Whole Enchilada Marketplace
The Captain’s Inn at Moss Landing is the
area’s only bed & breakfast. Owner Melanie Gideon has earned the AAA threediamond distinction with the inn’s 10
beautifully appointed guest rooms, and
Melanie’s delicious home-cooked breakfasts. Her cookbook Cooking For The
Captain, consists of 115 of Melanie’s
German family recipes, including many of
the delicious items that the inn is praised
for. It includes appetizers, breads, noodles,
soups, main courses, fresh seafood, sauces,
snacks and desserts. The Inn also specializes in casual and elegant intimate weddings, many with a theme. The “Captain”
marries couples on the actual deck of a landlocked boat overlooking the tidal waters.
They also host brunches and teas for
groups. For more information about their
The Whole Enchilada
Winner of Food Network’s Throwdown with Bobby Flay
In our continuing commitment to protect
the environment and provide the highest quality
seafood available, we now partner with
Safe Harbor, a comprehensive seafood safety
certification program.
7600 Sandholdt Road, Moss Landing, CA 95309
Phone 831.633.2152, www.philsfishmarket.com
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outdoor on their covered, heated patio,
and they can accommodate 100 guests,
for parties, wedding dinners and other
private celebrations and meetings.
The Haute Enchilada Café & Art Gallery
is located in a white Victorian enclosed by
a red fence. Owner Kim Solano offers an
eclectic menu of La Cocina Rustica, and
dinner is served every night. The restaurant opens weekdays at 10:00 for breakfast
and serves lunch and dinner to 8:00. On
Saturday and Sundays, the hours are 8:00
to 8:00. Enjoy indoor dining or the large
outdoor fireside seating area. Kim offers
wine tasting and a wine list of 35 wines to
enjoy with your meal. On Friday winery
J&S Surplus and Outdoor Store
For equipment needed for any adventure, first go to J&S Surplus and Outdoor
Store, open daily at Highway 1 and
Struve Road, north of “downtown.”
They outfit outdoor lovers with camping
equipment, camouflage clothing, paintball gear, military collectibles, pins and
medals. It’s stocked with not only military and camping items, but also many
things for your outdoor lifestyle. For
more, visit their website: www.surplus
inc.com. Their phone number is
831-724-0588.
repre-sentatives present their wines from
6:00 to 8:00. There is a full espresso bar,
also a variety of beers and fresh juices.
Flamenco dinner shows are staged on the
third Sunday of each month. Visit www.
wenchilada.com for details, or call Kim at
831-633-5843. She also has information
about residential and commercial rentals in
town.
Moss Landing, the quaint
seashore village halfway
between Santa Cruz
and Monterey,
famous for art,
antiques and
wonderful dining,
one of the last fishing
boat harbors along
our coast. 
Kim Solano and her wine tasting bar
BOEKENOOGEN
WINES
Enjoy the
Essence of
the Santa Lucia
Highlands
Estate
Pinot Noir
Chardonnay
Syrah
The Pot Stop at Little Baja
The Pot Stop at Little Baja has one of
the largest inventories of pots for home,
garden and business in the United
States! They also carry statues, water
fountains, bamboo fencing, and a fantastic collection of Talavera art from Mexico. The Stop is open Wednesday
through Sunday at 2360 Highway One,
north of downtown Moss Landing in
front of the boat launch. Their website is
www.potstopml.com; the phone number
is 831-768-7557.
Visit Both Tasting Rooms
24 W. Carmel Valley Road
Carmel Valley Village
Daily 11-5
Winery on River Road
in the
Santa Lucia Highlands
Sat. & Sun. 12-4
Call Holly 831-659-4215
www.boekenoogenwines.com
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Girls Just Wanna Have Fun!
by Laura Ness
Anne Moulton of Burrell School
Mother’s Day: Rosés & Roses for Every Mom
Mom always deserves some special recognition, so
The Summit to Sea Wineries will pay special homage to Mom with long-stemmed roses at each location. Treat your Mom to a lovely rosé called
“Mirage” at Poetic Cellars, where the color is as
gorgeous as the wine itself. Sip “Teacher’s Pet”
Chardonnay while walking in Anne’s heritage rose
garden at Burrell School, then visit Summit Store
to stock up on gourmet deli selections. Picnic in the
tranquil wooded setting of MJA’s new tasting room,
just past the Store, or whisk Mom to a mountaintop
vista she’ll never forget at top-of-the-world Loma
Prieta Winery, where you can see the newly planted
Pinotage beginning to bloom in the warm
May sunshine. What a glorious month is May!
Instead of taking Mom out to dinner on the
busiest day of the restaurant year, stop by
Summit Store and get a complete dinner to
go: they’re open every day, 7:00 a.m. til 8:00
p.m., with full service grocery, gourmet deli,
meats, produce, cheese and local wines. 408353-2186. Take Mom out to dinner some
other time! (Hint: A great Mother’s Day gift
is a ticket to the Springtime Wine Stroll in
Saratoga on May 21.)
Summit Store
“Bonnets & Blooms:” Springtime Wine Stroll in Saratoga,
May 21, 3:00 p.m. til 6:00 p.m.
The first annual Springtime Wine Stroll in Saratoga is set for Saturday, May 21.
“Bonnets & Blooms” will fill the beautiful historic Village of Saratoga with art, live
music, flowers, gourmet food, delicious local wines and hats galore. Don your
best bonnet and add some elegance to an afternoon of winetasting and outdoor
enjoyment, or buy a new hat at Black Cat’s chapeau cart! Many local shops
invite you to check out their wares, and restaurants will be sampling some
scrumptious delights to tempt you to stay a while. Many of these world-class
dining destinations will be offering special tasting menus featuring local wines.
Buy tickets online: www.saratogachamber.org
Girls Just Wanna Have Fun!
June kicks off with the 30th annual Vintners Festival, June 4 & 5, 11 & 12, a
venerable tradition here in the Santa Cruz Mountains. All the Summit to Sea
wineries will feature food and special wines. Father’s Day weekend kicks off the
official “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun!” celebration, with sweet treats, fun tattoos
and wines that help make summer sizzle. Take Dad for a drive through the
Note: Laura Ness writes about wine for many publications including the Salinas Californian,
Vine Times, Appellation America and Vineyards & Winery Management.
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shortcake with Pinotage at Loma Prieta, fabulous summer potato
salad with “Mantra” at Poetic Cellars and strawberry cupcakes
with DaVine Pinot at MJA Cellars.
bucolic mountains and drink in the fabulous vineyard scenery,
along with fab Cab at MJA, head of the class “Valedictorian” at
Burrell School, sensational “Serenade” Syrah-Cab blend at
Poetic Cellars, and outrageous Pinotage at Loma Prieta.
August brings the 2nd Annual Roamin’ the Rhones, where
you’ll feast on charcuterie and pate, expertly paired with Rhone
wines at each Summit to Sea winery. Girls just wanna have fun,
but guys can play, too! 
July 16 is Sizzlin Summer Passport, the perfect time to sample
some of the Summit Store’s famous selection of sausages with
sizzlin Syrah or zesty Zin at Burrell School. Try some strawberry
The Girls of The Summit to Sea Wineries Who “Just Wanna Have Fun”
Anne Moulton of Burrell School
Amy Kemp of Loma Prieta
Katy Lovelln of Poetic Cellars
Cathy Bentley of MJA Cellars
CORRALITOS WINE TRAIL
“THERE IS MAGIC IN THE AIR
IN CORRALITOS”
Rusty Gaffney, The Prince of Pinot Wine writer
See listings on
page 77
Just minutes south of
Santa Cruz, is a lovely little
valley of vineyards, apple
orchards, olive groves,
redwood forests and flower
farms. In this idyllic spot
for grape growing are four
family-owned artisanal
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Come to The
Crow’s Nest,
One of Santa
Cruz’s Beloved
Hot Spots
Where you pair great food
with amazing views!
After a day of touring the wineries in
the enchanting Santa Cruz Mountains,
come to The Crow’s Nest in Santa
Cruz. This highly acclaimed restaurant
features stunning beachfront views of
the Monterey Bay National Marine
Sanctuary and of colorful sailboats
making their way to and from the
adjoining harbor. The expansive shoreline decks offer a friendly, casual atmosphere. All this and more make this
restaurant a favorite indulgence for
locals and visitors alike. The Crow’s
Nest’s award-winning menu features a
delicious variety of fresh seafood from
neighboring Monterey Bay and beyond,
and the extensive wine list represents
California’s best wineries. The upstairs
lounge offers appetizers and casual
meals throughout the day. Here you
can enjoy live music and dance to
rock, soul, blues, reggae and more.
Sunday is Comedy Night, featuring
nationally-known headliners. Rich
woods and luminous works of glass art
throughout both levels of the restaurant evoke classic California, and a
unique collection of vintage surfboards
and surf photography complete the
unforgettable ambiance of The Crow’s
Nest. Located at the Santa Cruz Yacht
Harbor on East Cliff Drive. For reservations call 831-476-4560. 
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Welcome to
Carmel-by-the-Sea
For wonderful food and wines, eye-pleasing art and total relaxation
Enjoy The Crawl, La Dolce Vita and Cima Colina!
Do the CRAWL on June 11th
Get ready to CRAWL around Carmel
and taste great local wines on Saturday,
June 11th. CRAWL is the acronym for
Carmel Area Wine Tasting Liaison, a
collaboration of wine tasting venues
located within or near the city limits of
Carmel-by-the-Sea. On June 11th, these
winemakers stage the CRAWL annual
event, offering new releases, old
favorites, special treats, and a gift basket
grand raffle. Your hosts include Boëté
Winery, Cima Collina, Galante Vineyards and Taste Morgan. Boëté is known
for its great Carmel Valley reds: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and
Cheval Rouge. Cima Collina spotlights
wines from small Monterey County
vineyards, focusing on Pinot Noir and
offering Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc,
“Top 10 Favorite Inn”
~Coastal Living Magazine
“Glamorous Hotels”
~Architectural Digest
1.831.624.2776 • Mission St. at 3rd Ave. • www.tradewindscarmel.com
There Are No Shortcuts to Great Wine Making...
Riesling and Meritage. Galante features
small lot Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet
Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Petite Sirah,
Petit Verdot, and Merlot. Taste Morgan
is acclaimed for Santa Lucia Highlands
Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Syrah,
plus Pinot Gris, Sauvignon Blanc, Tannat, Rio Tinto and Grenache from the
Lee Family Farm. CRAWL to all four
tasting rooms from noon to 5:00. See the
Guide to Wine Tasting Rooms starting
on page 73 for directions.
La Dolce Vita Offers “The Sweet Life”
and Outdoor Terrace Dining
Unique among Carmel’s European-style
restaurants, La Dolce Vita offers “lovers
of food and wine” a wonderful dining
experience, featuring a menu of northern Italian dishes. Plus, it is one of just a
few Carmel restaurants where you can
dine outdoors, on their heated outdoor
terrace. Pasta, seafood, and steaks are
featured entrees, and they pour many of
Monterey County’s premium wines. It is
truly “A Romantic Hideaway,” with
candle-lit warmth, and table settings
that are adorned with fresh flowers.
Owner/Chef Miguel Melendez is your
gracious host. La Dolce Vita can accommodate groups of up to 55 people for
Ta l b o t t v i n e y a r d s
53 West Carmel Valley Road, Carmel Valley, CA 93924
831-659-3500 • www.talbottvineyards.com • Open 11 to 5 daily
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Boëté Winery
special holiday season events. Lunch
and dinner are served daily. This local’s
hideaway is on San Carlos, between 7th
& 8th Streets. For reservations, call
831-624-3667.
Special Days and Special Discounts
at Cima Collina Tasting Room
Start off celebrating Cima Collina’s 4th
Anniversary with a party at the tasting
room in Carmel from 1:00-5:00 p.m. on
Saturday & Sunday, May 28-29. Mingle
with wine club members, enjoy bites of
gourmet treats, and taste the latest
release from Cima Collina’s Carmel Valley vineyard, the ’07 Hilltop Ranch
Estate Pinot Noir. It’s a two-day celebration. Then, if you ride a bicycle, get set
for more fun and big savings. To reduce
pollution and cut gas consumption,
Cima Collina encourages you to ride
your bike to the tasting room every
Thursday. Bring in your helmet and get a
15% discount on all wine purchases,
excluding sales items. And don’t forget
the weekly “Five Pinot Fridays,” when
Manager Jane Beery offers tastings of
vineyard designated Pinot Noir from a
variety of vineyards and vintages. Of
course, the tasting room also offers its
acclaimed Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc,
Meritage, and Tondré Grapefield Riesling. From now through the summer,
Cima Collina is open every day from
1:00-7:00 p.m. 
Carmel Valley ’s
Premi um Cabernets
Visit our intimate Tasting Room
sampling our premium artisan wines:
Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc,
and our signature blend Cheval Rouge
Open Daily: 12:00 to 5:00 pm
Valley Hills Center
7156 Carmel Valley Road – 3.2 miles off Hwy 1
Cima Collina Tasting Room Manager Jane Beery
Tasting Room: 831-625-5040
Winery: 831-659-7563
www.boetewinery.com
Tradewinds Carmel...The Elegant Oasis
“Where guests experience the ultimate in comfort and serenity ”
“The Sweet Life”
With its lush tropical meditation
gardens, exquisite furnishings,
and exceptional service, the
Tradewinds Carmel offers an
intriguing “zen-like” atmosphere.
It is an elegant oasis of calm and
serene tranquility and the area’s
only Asian-inspired inn.
This family-owned hidden gem is
in a quiet area of downtown Carmel and offers special touches you won’t find anywhere else. Guests are greeted with a
sprig of orchid blossoms, and enjoy coffee, tea, cookies, fresh fruit and an elaborate continental breakfast buffet, featuring fresh French pastries from a local bakery. Plus, there
are complimentary, fine snacks in their rooms, and chocolate covered strawberries! All
the furniture in the rooms is custom made, and guests can relax in kimono robes belted
with silk obis.
For your special Carmel visit, the Tradewinds is now offering a “Soothe Your Soul”
package, which includes a one- or two-night stay in a deluxe king room or deluxe double
queen room, a 90-minute split signature massage (each guest receives 45 minutes), a
$75.00 dinner certificate for one of four excellent Carmel restaurants and a box of gourmet chocolates. Coastal Living Magazine named the Tradewinds Carmel one of North
America’s top 22 inns. It was also featured in Architectural Digest’s November 2004 issue
under “Glamorous Hotels.” Their website is www.tradewindscarmel.com. 
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Dine Alfresco in Carmel
Enjoy authentic
homemade, Italian
Country recipes.
Romantic Heated-Terrace
Pet Friendly
Lunch 11am, Dinner 5pm
On San Carlos
between 7th and 8th
Carmel-by-the-Sea
831-624-3667
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Travel Bag,
Taste Morgan,
Sea Harvest, Woodies and
Rio Grill Highlight a trip to
Carmel’s Crossroads
Shopping Village
clothing, hats, maps, travel underwear, socks, shoes, sleep sheets,
converters and adapters. Everything from camping utensils and
disposable underwear to briefcases, wallets, locks, luggage tags
and more. Some of the luggage lines they carry are Hartmann,
Briggs & Riley, Swiss Army (known as Victornox) Heys, Eagle
Creek, Tumi, Vera Bradley.
Jill teaches packing seminars in the Crossroads, free of charge.
They also provide other services, such as free delivery and gift
wrapping. The staff at the Travel Bag wants to know what your
needs are, and if they can’t help, they will help find someone
who can.
By Richard L. Hughett
The Crossroads Shopping Village at the mouth of Carmel Valley
is wonderful place to spend an afternoon or evening, with its
many boutiques, restaurants, retail shops and a wine tasting
room. And, plenty of free parking!
One of those special shops is Travel Bag Luggage & Accessories,
located at 219 Crossroads Boulevard, a must for every traveler.
Owners Jill and Steve McAlpine carry 700 types of travel accessories, including a huge variety of luggage, backpacks, travel
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and Tarpy’s Roadhouse. For reservations at the Grill, call 831625-5436. And, be sure to visit their great bar! Open daily for
lunch and dinner. Call 831-625-5436 for reservations.
The Crossroads is also home to Taste Morgan, where you can
enjoy one of Owner Dan Lee’s great Morgan and Lee Family
Farm varietals. For more information about Taste Morgan and
their Fromage Fridays and Library Sundays, see their listing in
Guide to Wine Tasting Rooms on page 76 of this issue. Their
website is www.morganwinery.com and the phone number is
831-626-3700.
Rio Grill
Jill says, “My vision for our store came after a couple of cruises,
when we took seven pieces of luggage! After a lot of research and
ideas we opened our store 16 years ago, and are still here because
of our customers’ continued support. Come by, we have a lot to
offer and some good laughs.” Open daily, their phone number is
831-626-5546. The website is www.travelbagluggage.com
One restaurant member of the Crossroad’s family is Rio Grill,
famous for its award-winning Southwestern-style dishes. Executive Chef Cy Yontz is very creative and his entrée items are different every day. Rio Grill is part of the Downtown Dining
group, which includes two Monterey restaurants: Montrio Bistro
Taste Morgan
Serious Fun for car enthusiasts
Art Prints . Car Care
Posters . Gifts
Model Cars
Apparel . Collectibles
Garage Art . Toys
Home Decor
Photo edited 1:18 scale model
1958 Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa
We now carry
Griot’s Car Care
Products
Highway 1 at Rio Road
114 The Crossroads, Carmel
831-626-9064
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If your taste is for fish, walk over to the Sea Harvest Fish Market
and Restaurant, located at 100 Crossroads Boulevard. This
award-winning eatery is family owned and has served the community for 26 years. The Deyerly’s not only operate the restaurant, they also catch the fish from Monterey Bay. And the fish
they purchase is from sustainable fisheries worldwide. The Sea
Harvest serves lunch and dinner daily. The market is open from
8:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. The restaurant is open from 11:00. Their
website is www.seaharvestcarmel.com.
Sollecito have an
interesting and exciting inventory, including an array of men’s
shirts, automotive art,
neon automotive signs,
slot car sets and accessories. They also have
pedal cars, car décor
items and die-cast
model cars. And, Chris
will be showing his
wonderful collection at
the Automobilia Monterey
International
Expo on August 16th
and 17th at the
Woodies of Carmel
Embassy Suites in Seaside. And, Woodies will be celebrating its fifth anniversary in
August, with drawings and a party.
Unlike any other store, Woodies of Carmel is the lifestyle “candy
store for car buffs,” offering automobile-inspired gifts, clothing
and home furnishings. Owners Chris and Becky DeSmet
Woodies is open from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through
Saturday, and Sundays from noon to 5:00 p.m. Their web site is
www.woodiesofcarmel.com. The phone number is 831-6269064. 
Sea Harvest Restaurant & Fish Market
Where the palate meets the palette.
Restaurant
Full Bar
Banquet
Children’s Menu
A celebration of art & wine.
Visit the Figge Tasting Bar at the Winfield Gallery.
CAFE & BISTRO
Winfield Gallery:
11am-5pm Mon-Fri
12pm-5pm Sun
FOOD THAT PLEASES THE PALATE
1199 Forest Ave., Pacific Grove, CA 93950
Ph: (831) 655-0324 • Fx: (831) 655-0325
www.tastecafebistro.com
In Carmel by the Sea
On Dolores, between Ocean & 7th
Open Tuesday-Sunday
11:30 to 3:30 for Lunch • 3:30 to 9:00 for Dinner
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2pm-7pm Wed-Sun
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Certified Farmers Markets Celebrate Their 35th Anniversary
by Patti Bond
The Monterey Bay region, from the north
coast of Santa Cruz County to the tip of
Monterey, is an extremely rich agricultural area and home to a remarkable number of outstanding farms, wineries, food
purveyors, and farmers markets. The
Monterey Bay Certified Farmers Markets
(MBCFM) was founded 35 years ago,
making it one of the oldest farmers market
organizations in California. It was started
by four visionary farmers, Bob Harris,
Manuel Netto, Nick Pasqual, and Jerry
Thomas. They realized that by selling
direct to consumers, small farms could be
financially viable. The MBCFM has
grown to four markets with locations in
Aptos, Carmel, and two in Monterey.
Eighty participating vendors, most of
whom are certified organic or use sustainable farming methods, offer top-quality
produce, flowers, and specialty products
such as artisan breads, cheeses, eggs,
sauerkraut, sustainable fish, oysters, gourmet sauces and pasta, pastries, and fairtrade coffee and teas. Sharpening of cutlery and gardening tools is available at the
Aptos and Monterey Peninsula College
locations. The year-round Aptos Farmers
Market, rated one of the top ten farmers
markets in California, offers many ongoing programs, including: “Can You Dig It”
gardening workshops by Monterey Bay
Master Gardeners; “From Market to
Table” cooking demonstrations featuring
nutritious family meals; “Live and Local”
KSCO radio broadcasts on provocative
agricultural topics; and live music. A
highlight of the year will be a familyoriented 35th Anniversary Celebration &
BBQ that will take place on Saturday, July
23 from 8:00 a.m. to noon. To receive
MBCFM news, recipes, and events, sign
up for the beautiful, monthly e-newsletter,
Edible Paradise at www.montereybay
farmers.org. 
Let Contemporary Catering Turn Your Dream Into Reality
the annual Masters of Food and Wine.
Many wine aficionados have met Don
and Cheryl Ferch of Contemporary
Catering at wine and food events, such as
the wine and pizza party recently hosted
by Marilyn Remark Winery on River
Road, where the Ferch’s served many
varieties of pizza, with tasty ingredients
such as salmon, corn, avocado and garlic
braised lamb.
From intimate dinners for 12 to celebrations of 2,000, Contemporary Catering
provides attention to detail and friendly
personal service. Their event list includes
weddings, bridal showers, company picnics and meetings, grand openings, and
of course, winemaker dinners and wine
club events.
The Ferches started Contemporary
Catering in 1988 and have been creating
central coast celebrations ever since.
Don began his culinary career at the Disneyland Hotel, starting as an apprentice
and working up to executive sous chef.
Later, he served as executive chef at
Santa Barbara’s historic El Paseo Restaurant. He moved to Monterey County to
be executive chef at the Highlands Inn,
where he received acclaim from Travel,
Gourmet and the Los Angeles Times and
was the founding chef and organizer of
Chef Don exclaims, “We design our
menus to your taste and we plan for as
much on-site cooking as possible to create the freshest quality food. As a family
owned business, our clients can be
assured that we personally will be there
to serve your guests.”
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For more information and sample menus
of their delicious fare, contact Don and
Cheryl at 831-663-3191. Their website is
www.contemporarycatering.net. 
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Visit San Juan Bautista
for Food, Fun and Fine Art
by Keith Moon
Jardines de San Juan
our special ‘Tierra y Mar,’ a combination
of red wine and herb marinated Carne
Asada served with Smoky Spicy Chipotle Prawns. And my husband, Leonardo
Santana, and I will honor his dad, Manuel Santana, the late founder of Jardines,
Give Dad a Special Day at
Jardines de San Juan
Patricia Santana reminds us that June 19
is Father’s Day, and asks: “What are you
doing for your dad this year? While folks
usually celebrate Mother’s Day with
brunches or lunches, it seems that all
dad gets on his day is another tie or set of
tools. No wonder he says, ‘I don’t need
more stuff!’ This year, switch things
around and give him a day of fun in the
sun. Bring him to historical San Juan
Bautista for a walk through the Mission
or, if he’s the athletic type, a hike in the
Pinnacles. Or maybe a wine tasting trip
down Cienega Road? And you do the
driving! Afterward, treat dad to lunch or
dinner under the shade trees here at
Jardines de San Juan. We’ll be preparing
Music on the patio at Jardines de San Juan
Fine Art
“Nacre”
NEW Mezzotint Engraving by
Judith Rothchild
Specializing in Original Works by Living Artists
106 THIRD STREET - SAN JUAN BAUTISTA
831-623-2960
www.missiongalleryart.com
closed Tuesdays
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by having Manny’s favorite music played
in the patio by his old friend and accomplished mandolin player Billy Packard.
We’ll also remember the words of his
mother Alice, who said, ‘The best thing
you can do for us on Mother’s Day, son,
is to work in the restaurant.’ With that
thought in mind, we’ll be here to serve
you...and your dad! Happy Father’s Day!”
New Works on View at
Mission Gallery
In February, Mission Gallery held a successful private show with Judith Rothchild, the famous mezzotint artist from
France who was here to attend the
Codex International Book Fair. “Since
then,” said Co-owner Piper Jaramillo,
“we’ve obtained a number of mezzotints
from her most recent book Nacre or
‘Mother of Pearl,’ which are limited to
an edition of 20 beyond the 50 that were
included in the book. Her work can be
found in the Library of Congress, Oxford
Library, Stanford, Boston Museum and
many other prestigious institutions.
We’ve also added new mezzotints by
Mikio Watanabe and etchings by Stephen McMillan. This fall come meet
Dave Sellers and view his series of oil
paintings depicting our northern California heritage created specifically for
this show. Then in November, aquatint
etching artist Stephen McMillan will be
here for a printing demonstration.” Partner Boykin Sellers reminds everyone,
“Check out our website to see examples
of our artists’ work and dates of our
Available in hand-selected baskets or bulk
Key colours for Peninsula Restoration Projects
Custom Orders
Available at
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Carmel Valley
Serving the Monterey Peninsula for 50 years
Will Clark • 831-385-4000
www.carmelstone.biz
Boykin Sellers and Piper Jaramillo of Mission Gallery
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San Juan Bautista continued from previous page
returning is Al’s insistence on having
the finest ingredients for his soups, salads and fine Mexican recipes. For
example, Al frequently leaves home at
4:00 a.m. and drives to the produce market in San Francisco to buy the freshest,
ripest fruits and vegetables. “We serve
nothing but the best,” Tami said. Doña
Esther is open daily, has live music four
nights a week, and offers Sunday brunch
with music. “When you’re here,” Al
reminds everyone, “you’re family!” Call
831-623-2518 for reservations. 
events. Also, remember that we will be
open only on weekends during July.”
The website is www.missiongalleryart.
com.
Doña Esther is Famous
for Fine Food & Hospitality
For nearly 30 years, families from all
over the central coast have been coming
to Doña Esther in San Juan Bautista to
Al Castañeda of Doña Esther
enjoy fine Mexican food and celebrate
special occasions. “Whether you’re
observing graduation, Father’s Day, a
wedding, or a family reunion, Al Castañeda and his daughter Tami always make
it a very personal and joyful event,” said
one frequent visitor. “And the food and
service are spectacular,” said another.
Among the things that keeps guests
Historic
San Juan Bautista —
a delightful place for
fine food, friendly
folks and family
celebrations!
Selected as 2010’s Top 10
“Most Romantic Inns in America”
Pat and Alphonse DeRose and their 1941 Hollywood
DeRose
Winery
Full bodied white and red wines
from century old dry-farm vines.
Estate grown.
9970 Cienega Road, Hollister, CA 95023
831-636-9143 • www.derosewine.com
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After 87 Years, Elsie Rossi Still Loves Farming
At B&R Farms in Hollister, the month of May is dedicated to the matriarch of the
family, Elsie Rossi. This month she turned 87. Even at this age, Elsie can sometimes be
found cutting apricots, as shown in the adjacent photo. Now, however, she spends
more time with her great-grandchildren, the fifth generation of B&R Farms, imparting
her knowledge and love of farming. Born Elsie Bozzo in San Jose
on May 24, 1924, she moved with her parents to a farm in Hollister on July 4, 1929. Here she grew up, gaining appreciation for
the dedication and passion it takes to run a farm. “I started cutting
Blenheim apricots at the age of 5 at my grandfather’s ranch, which
was next to the Winchester Mystery House. I’ve been involved with
family farms ever since,” Elsie said.
In 1945, Elsie married Emil Rossi in Hollister. The following years
were spent working the family’s farm and raising their children. After Emil passed away
in 1981, Elsie wanted to help increase the sales of B&R Farms’ apricot products. She
started selling at Farmers Markets from Santa Barbara to Los Altos, educating the
public on the superb taste of the dried Blenheim apricot while her son Jim and his wife
Mari managed the farm. Over the years, B&R Farms has expanded into national,
international and web sales, and developed savory and sweet product lines made from
time-tested family recipes. This includes items like Dried Apricot Red Pepper Topping, No-Sugar Added Cinnamon Spread and chocolate drenched dried apricots.
You’ll find B&R Farms apricots at the Farmers Markets in Aptos and Hollister, and at
the farm’s gift store at 5280 Fairview Road, Hollister. Stop by and you may get to meet
the woman who helped make it all happen, Elsie Rossi. 
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Marilyn Remark
“Monterey County’s
only winery dedicated
to classic Rhone grape
varieties ...Grenache,
Syrah, Roussanne,
Marsanne, Petite Sirah,
Dry Rosé, Viognier and
Late Harvest Viognier.”
Until now, the very
limited, awardwinning wines of
Marilyn Remark were
available only in select
restaurants and shops.
Joel, Marilyn, Hogan, and Snead
invite you to visit and sample their dream . . .
Tasting Room Open Weekends
11:00 am to 5:00 pm
645 River Road, Salinas (six miles south of Hwy. 68)
831.455.9310 . RemarkWines.com
Check the website for our 2010 events
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Mark and Sabrina Mazoni with David Coventry
David Coventry
Joins Manzoni
Vineyards Team
Lunch 11:30-2:30 Tue.-Sun. • Dinner from 5:00 Every Night
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by Dave Muret
Well-known local winemaker David Coventry has joined the
Manzoni Estate Vineyard label. It is a promising vineyard/vintner
match, as the Manzoni Estate in the Santa Lucia Highlands is a
great, young property just hitting its stride. And David’s experience in Monterey County, working with top flight Pinot Noir
and Chardonnay, speaks directly to the winery’s focus.
Scotts Valley
Art & Wine
Festival
Mark Manzoni is excited about the new direction: “Given the
limited production, artisan nature of our family label, we need to
be constantly seeking ways to make our SLH releases better and
better. David shares that commitment to being the best, both in
the vineyard and in the cellar.”
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David Coventry is equally excited about his new role as consulting winemaker for Manzoni. “The Manzoni family has a great
vineyard and the foresight to get the best out of it. I like to work
with clients who have a desire for success, a degree of patience,
and a sense of humor. Wine has a way of testing your resolve for
all these things. The Manzonis are a perfect match. I have known
them for years and respected what they were
trying to achieve.”
August
13th & 14th
10am - 6pm
The first wine from this new collaboration
will be the 2009 Manzoni Estate Pinot Noir,
due for a late spring debut. Manzoni Estate
Vineyard releases can be found locally in fine
wine shops and at the family’s charming tasting room on River
Road in the Highlands. The winery’s online home is www.manzoniwines.com. 
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Scotts Valley
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Spend a Most Memorable Saturday on the Corralitos Wine Trail
Corralitos is a temperate valley and mountain area located at the southern coastal
end of the Santa Cruz Mountains appellation, only minutes south of Santa Cruz and
a short drive on Freedom Boulevard from Highway One. The Corralitos microclimate is perfectly suited to the growing of estate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, and
other outstanding varietals.
In this idyllic spot, four independent, family-owned wineries have established the
Corralitos Wine Trail. They are Alfaro Family Vineyards, Nicholson Vineyards,
Pleasant Valley Vineyards, and Windy Oaks Estate Vineyards & Winery, all located
within five miles of each other.
Each Saturday you can visit these small, artisan wineries, talk with the winemakers,
walk the vineyards, taste outstanding wines and enjoy a picnic lunch in a redwood
grove, a lush vineyard, or on a ridge with sweeping Monterey Bay views. On the
short journey between wineries, you will travel along scenic country roads surrounded by redwood trees, orchards, olive groves, flower farms, and of course, rolling
vineyards. Prince of Pinot wine writer Rusty Gaffney says “There is a lot of magic in
the air in Corralitos.” It’s created by the area’s beauty and its four resident wineries.
The Alfaro, Nicholson and Windy Oaks tasting rooms are open from 12:00 to 5:00
every Saturday, all year. Pleasant Valley tasting room is open Saturdays from 12:00
to 5:00 from April through September. To learn more, visit: www.corralitoswinetrail.
com. 
Visit the Vast and the Fast at the Monterey Bay Aquarium
by Angela Hains
The Monterey Bay Aquarium is transforming the way people see the oceans
with a new perspective on the vast, virtually unexplored waters of the open sea. In
the summer of 2011, the aquarium’s
acclaimed Outer Bay galleries re-open as
The Open Sea — shining light on epic
migrations of ocean animals across the
Pacific and the constant motion of life in
the open ocean.
Enjoy Wine Tasting, Too
The summer also brings a full lineup of
Aquarium Adventures programs, extended
“Evenings by the Bay” hours on summer
weekends, two continuing special exhibitions and new opportunities — through
an innovative text messaging service —
for visitors to experience animal feeding
and enrichment programs with octopus,
sharks and other animals. The debut of
the Open Sea exhibition will carry visitors beyond our coasts, to a vast world of
deep, open water. Immense swirls of
schooling fishes, pulsing jellies, skilled
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predators such as sharks and tunas, and
seasoned travelers like sea turtles and
seabirds share this wild territory. In one
instant the water appears empty; in
another, teeming with life.
Summer visitors will have an extra two
hours to commune with their favorite
animals on Saturdays and Sundays during
Evening by the Bay — until 8:00 p.m. —
and enjoy Estancia vineyards wine tasting, live jazz and a new sampling menu.
The popular Aquarium Adventures “Sealife Sails” programs returns with special
evening sails also.
Sail in the pristine Monterey Bay while
sipping wine, dining on light refreshments
and watching wildlife pass by the 65-foot
Derek M. Baylis sailboat. It’s one of
many surprises in 2011 that await visitors
at the world-renowned aquarium. For
more information visit www.montereybay
aquarium.org. 
Spring/Summer 2011
Sarah’s Vineyard Produces Local Heritage Old Vine Wines
always memorable in some way;
spectacularly fruity Grenache,
elegant Zinfandel with velvety
tannin, or rich Carignane with
complex evolving spices. We
make small batches of these wines
for wine club shipments or tasting
room visitors, though we’ve been
making local Old Vine Zinfandel
for restaurants and wine shops
since 2001. These wines are true
expressions of the vineyard, its soil
and unique history, with nuances
of native yeast supplementing the natural complexity, smooth
sweet tannins, bold fruit flavors and aromas. They are more than
just a nice drink to enjoy with dinner. They contain a century of
history. Going beyond the sensory and emotional impact, considering that we are what we eat and drink, sipping these wines
on a chilly winter night truly takes one back in time.”
The coastal foothills west of Morgan Hill and Gilroy are dotted
with some very old heritage vineyards. Many were planted before
prohibition, and the ancient vines
are still producing.
Sarah’s Vineyard has access to
these remarkable vineyards and
the wonderful fruit they produce.
In 2010, for example, Proprietor
Tim Slater made Old Vine Grenache, Carignane and Zinfandel,
all from vineyards within 5 miles of the winery.
“These old plants look like little oak trees, bent and twisted, and
they carry an immense sense of history,” says Slater. “Walking
through these vineyards on a quiet summer evening, you can feel
a stoic pride and majesty radiating from these hardy old survivors. It’s easy, as you walk down the rows, to forget the present
age and imagine horses pulling plows past these same vines a
century ago. They annually produce about a third of the average
yield for a typical vineyard, so there isn’t a lot of wine to be had
from these vineyards. However, the wines they produce are
Located on Highway 152, 5 miles west of Highway 101, Sarah’s
is in the eastern foothills of the Santa Cruz mountains. For
more, visit: www.sarahsvineyard.com. Their phone number is
408-847-1947. 
Swank’s Farm Stand Opens
for 2011 Season
After a soggy winter it’s so nice to get outside and enjoy
the sunshine along with all of nature’s bounty. What better place than the season grand opening of Swank Farms
Farm Stand on May 28? Bring the family and enjoy the
day with free play, hot dogs and face painting. Jump on
the Giant Jumping Pillow, ride the Pedal Karts and Cow
Train. Feed the animals and meet Bucky, Swank Farms
newest mascot. Buy a bag of mining rough and pan for
gemstones and fossils at the Mining Sluice. Maybe you’ve
been waiting all winter for some of their fresh heirloom
salsa or homemade fudge. There will be plenty. Plus fresh
produce and eggs along with nuts, dried fruits and specialty items. You’ll find Swank’s a great place for food and
family fun all season long.
by Bonnie Swank
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People are making healthier food choices and realizing
fresher is better. Over the last five years Swank Farms has
transitioned more than 100 acres of land to organic to
meet the public demand. Why are Swank Farms cherries
so special? It’s the cool nights and location. The farm
stand may be a little out of the way and off the road but
it is worth finding. Look for the colored flags at 2600 San
Felipe Road in Hollister and head down the driveway. It’s
worth taking the time and tasting the difference. So
come by and say hello. 
Spring/Summer 2011
Oro De Los
Cuervos Virgin
Olive Oil Now
Available at
More Locations
Brothers Pier and Nick Azcona recently
introduced their virgin olive oil under
the label Oro De Los Cuervos, which
means Crows of Gold Olive Oil. The
Azcona’s planted their olive trees in
2000 in Pine Canyon in Monterey
County, from “the first olive groves to be
established in the coastal Salinas Valley
by descendants of Spanish settlers.”
Nick and Pier also operate a labor contracting business in addition to producing their olive oil, which they have been
sharing with family and friends since
2007.
M O N T E R E Y ’ S P R E M I E R A RT I S A N W I N E E X P E R I E N C E
Wine Tasting Daily
Wine Lounge on Cannery Row
Estate Winery & Tasting Room
Open Sun - Thurs 12 - 7; Fri - Sat 12 - 8
751 Cannery Row, Monterey
831.656.WINE
SCHEIDWINES.COM
“We do all the cultivation and picking by
hand, and we don’t use
pesticides. Our trees
have grown as nature
intended,” Nick says,
“We harvest the olives
and the oil ages in
stainless steel tanks for
seven months.” The
result is a flavorful oil
that is perfect for cooking and salad dressing.
The brothers have now
expanded the locations
where the oil is available. You can find Oro De Los Cuervos
in Carmel at the Caraccioli Cellars
Tasting Room, at Scheid Vineyards
Tasting Room in Greenfield, in King
City at the Garden House Floral Shop,
Lynn’s Too and at the Pine Canyon
Store, and in Salinas at Gifts on the Go,
located in Zeph’s One Stop and at
Complexion Skin Care and at Ventana
Vineyard’s tasting rooms in Monterey
and Soledad. You can also contact Nick
at 831-214-9863 or Pier at 831-2149862 to order a bottle of their wonderful
virgin olive oil. 
Open 11 - 5
1972 Hobson Ave., Greenfield
831.386.0316
Graff Family Vineyards
P
resents six
Distinctive Wines
from the Chalone Appelation
2009 Pinot Blanc
2009 Mourvèdre
2009 Viognier
2009 Grenache
2009 July Muscat
2009 Consensus
(a unique blend of Syrah,
Mourvèdre and Viognier)
Grapes for these wines come from the
acclaimed Chalone Appellation, Monterey
County’s first wine appellation. A portion
of the profits from their sale benefits the
Richard H. Graff Scholarship Fund for wine
and food education. The wines may be
purchased at Star Market in Salinas,
Nielsen’s Market in Carmel, A Taste of
Monterey and by calling Woodward/Graff
Wines:
707-935-2102
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Old Fisherman’s
Grotto Seafood
Steakhouse
is located on
Old Fisherman’s
Wharf
in Monterey.
Featuring wine bar and
monthly wine tasting parties
Where Salinas stops for all their
food and beverage needs.
fine wine
liquor
beer from around the world
shipping services
wine bar
24 wines by the glass
Profile: Chris Shake
The Creative Mind
Plays With Objects
It Loves
friendly & relaxed atmosphere
Stop in anytime between 8 am to 9 pm
1366 S. Main Street
Salinas, CA 93901
Tel • 831 • 757 • 3947
Fax • 831 • 757 • 1438
e-mail • zephs@redshift.com
web site • zephs.com
Introducing
Old Fisherman’s
Grotto
THE Legacy CONTINUES
Restaurateur Chris Shake continues in the footsteps of his late father, Sabu Shake, Sr.,
preparing innovative and internationally inspired cuisine. Founded in 1950, Old
Fisherman’s Grotto has earned a worldwide reputation for serving extraordinary food in a
superb atmosphere.
Recognized as Monterey’s favorite Seafood & Steakhouse, the Grotto features fresh seafood from sustainable sources and diligently follows the guidelines of the Monterey Bay
Aquarium’s Seafood Watch Program. “Our menu also
features a variety of steaks all of which are only the finest
Certified Angus Beef available,” Shake explained.
Virgin Olive Oil
Available at:
Caraccioli Cellars in Carmel
Scheid Vineyards in Greenfield
Garden House Floral Shop,
Lynn’s Too, and Pine Canyon Store
in King City
Gifts on the Go at Zephs One Stop
and Complexion Skin Care in Salinas
Ventana in Monterey & Soledad
Pier: 831-214-9862
Nick: 831-214-9863
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A Fifty-Year Legacy
Recent honors include the “Business Excellence Award”
from the Monterey Peninsula Chamber of Commerce, the
“Seafood Ambassador Award” from Julie Packard of the
Monterey Bay Aquarium, and selection as one of the “Top Prime Filet Mignon and Grilled Shrimp
Photo by Batista Moon Studio
Ten Seafood Restaurants in the Nation” by the American
Academy of Restaurant and Hospitality Sciences. In October 2004, Chris Shake was
inducted into the exclusive California Restaurant Association’s Hall of Fame. In 2009
Chris also was chosen as the “Outstanding Philanthropic Corporation” by the Association
of Fundraising Professionals.
With its breathtaking harbor views and unique commitment to excellence, Old
Fisherman’s Grotto continues to expand upon its 50 year legacy; serving lunch and dinner,
seven days a week, at 39 Old Fisherman’s Wharf in Monterey. Call 831-375-4604 for
reservations. 
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Vision Quest Ranch
Safari Bed & Breakfast
A touch of Africa in Monterey
Romantic canvas-walled bungalows
appointed with all the comforts
of a high-end hotel suite.
Pierce Ranch and Baywood
Offer Tastings on Cannery Row
A visit to Cannery Row not only takes you to the scene of John Steinbeck’s famous novel,
its leads you to fine restaurants, shops, and wine tasting destinations like Pierce Ranch
Vineyards and Baywood Cellars.
Pierce Ranch Vineyards
The delightful cottage that serves as the Pierce Ranch
Vineyards tasting room radiates the warmth and congeniality of the early 20th Century and provides a cozy setting
for the enjoyment of their wines. These wines are produced from grapes grown on the small, family-owned
vineyard in the San Antonio Valley, where the Pierce
family specializes in producing small-lot, estate grown
wines with an emphasis on Spanish and Portuguese varietals. This includes Albariño, Cosecheiro, Tempranillo,
Tinto Cão, Touriga, Verdelho, the recently released
Graciano and Vinho Doce, the name selected for the
Portuguese-style dessert wine that is essentially a Port.
The Pierce portfolio also includes Cabernet Sauvignon, a new Zinfandel, a selection of
Rhone blends and a 2007 Petite Sirah that was declared the State’s best at the last year’s
California State Fair. Located at 499 Wave Street, just up from Cannery row, the tasting
room is open Thursday through Saturday 12:00-8:00 p.m., Sunday & Monday 12:00-6:30
p.m., and Tuesday & Wednesday 1:00-6:30 p.m.
Baywood Cellars
A short stroll down the hill takes you to the Baywood
Cellars tasting room, located steps away from Monterey
Bay and across from the Monterey Plaza Hotel. Here you
can cozy up to the great marble bar and choose from
Baywood’s intriguing portfolio of wines from vineyards in
Monterey, Lodi and Paso Robles. The selection features
Monterey Chardonnay, Monterey Gewürztraminer,
Symphony, Symphony Late Harvest, Central Coast Pinot
Noir Grand Reserve, Monterey Syrah Grand Reserve,
Monterey Merlot, Paso Robles Zinfandel, Tempranillo,
Cotta Vineyard Port, Malbec, Cabernet Franc and
Sangiovese. As you enjoy the wines, your hosts will gladly
explain how the wines are made and where the grapes are grown. Located at 381 Cannery
Row, Suite C. Open daily 1:00-6:00 p.m. 
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Public and private wild
animal experiences
minutes from Monterey,
Carmel and Pebble Beach. Over
100 wild and exotic animals and
a non-profit Elephant Sanctuary.
(800) 228-7382
www.visionquestranch.com
Star Market Offers Great
Selection & Service
 A Superb Selection of Monterey
County’s Finest Wines.  An Old
Fashioned, Gourmet Meat and Fish
Department Featuring USDA Choice
Beef and Certified Angus Beef.
 Extra Fancy Locally Grown Fresh
Vegetables and Fruits.  Locally owned.
Star Market
“The Friendly Store”
1275 S. Main Street
Salinas
422-3961
Spring/Summer 2011
There’s Food
and Fun for All
at the Mushroom
Mardi Gras
The Morgan Hill Mushroom Mardi Gras Festival has unveiled its
plans for the free May 28-29 event. Now in its 32nd year of turning Memorial Day weekend into a festival of family fun, this
year’s event includes gourmet food offerings, entertainment on
two stages, arts and crafts, mushroom education, strolling musicians, street performers, and several blocks of booths with “finds”
that include everything from carved mushrooms to collectibles.
And Munchkin Land will captivate kids with rides, games, a petting zoo, pony rides and continuous entertainment. The star of
the festivities, the mushroom, can be tasted stuffed,
sandwiched,
deep-fried,
marinated, over rice, in
soup and much more.
Local growers are hosting
exhibits on how mushrooms grow and their
nutrition content. New to
the festival is the availability of just-picked, locally grown Portobello, Crimini and white
mushrooms — the ultimate take-home souvenir.
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Entertainment headliners include The Sun Kings, with their
Beatles tribute; and Aja Vu, with a “Steely Dan”-style performance. Music, on two stages, will include zydeco, classic rock and
the blues of Shane Dwight. Saturday morning features fruit and
vegetable stands at the weekly Morgan Hill Farmers Market on
Depot Street. Merchants in the Commercial Exhibit on Depot
Street will offer special rates, deals and giveaways. There’s no
charge for admission and parking is free throughout downtown
Morgan Hill. This is the festival you don’t want to miss! For
information call 408-778-1786 or see www.mhmmg.com. 
Spring/Summer 2011
Scheid Vineyards Releases its 2009 Pinot Blanc
This past April, Scheid Vineyards released
a wonderful seasonal wine, its 2009 Pinot
Blanc. It’s great to see this varietal
“returning” to favor, for some years ago
many Monterey County vintners decided
to cut it from their acreage and plant
Chardonnay. But, Scheid has continued
to produce it.
Here are some comments from company
Senior Vice President Heidi Scheid
regarding this excellent varietal:
“When I was a child, PB stood for one
thing: Peanut Butter. But now that I’m
grown-up, PB stands for something much
greater. It’s synonymous with Pinot Blanc,
possibly the most undiscovered, underplanted, elegant white wine in existence.
It’s luscious, round and creamy, yet finishes with a bright acidity. Pinot Blanc is
notoriously persnickety in the vineyard,
and the vines are low-yielding. It’s the
genetic cousin of Pinot Gris, which is a
genetic mutation of Pinot Noir, also a
capricious grape variety. Greenfield, with
its windy, maritime climate, is ideally situated for the cool-climate loving Pinot
Blanc. The cool afternoon breezes are an
absolute necessity for top quality Pinot
Blanc, and the long growing season allows
the fruit to reach optimum flavor development on the vine.
“A graceful and expressive wine, our 2009
Pinot Blanc overflows with pear and melon
flavors, alongside notes of stone fruit and
crème brûlée. A full mouth feel and a rich
finish of vanilla and caramel make this a
superb wine to enhance your table. Pair it
with grilled scallops or pasta in a lemon or
butter sauce. Better yet, pair it with jumbo
shrimp scampi. That way you can say
you’re having PB&J for dinner, grown-up
style.” 
Monterey Bay Certified Farmers Markets
From Our Markets…to Your Table
The Premier Certified Farmers Markets on the Central Coast for 35 Years!
Serving Aptos, Capitola, Santa Cruz, Monterey and Carmel
APTOS FARMERS MARKET
DEL MONTE FARMERS MARKET
MONTEREY FARMERS MARKET
CARMEL FARMERS MARKET
Cabrillo College
6500 Soquel Drive, Aptos
Saturdays, 8 am – Noon
Open Year Round
Del Monte Shopping Center
1410 Del Monte Center, Monterey
Sundays, 8 am – Noon
Open May – October
Monterey Peninsula College
930 Fremont Street, Monterey
Thursdays, 10 am – 2 pm
Open Year Round
The Barnyard Shopping Village
Hwy 1 and Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel
Tuesdays, 9 am – 1 pm
Open May – September
For more information about our markets visit us at www.montereybayfarmers.org
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Spring/Summer 2011
It’s
Happening
at Eos Estate
Winery in
Paso Robles!
by Heidi Adams
From May 20th through May 22nd Eos will hold a Wine Fest Celebration. Plan to attend and
check out the new tasting room and gift boutique, while sipping Summer Sauvignon Blanc
Sangria. A variety of savory sweet and salty salsas will be available for sampling, along with
their grapeseed oils, vinegars, and entertaining dips. On Saturday, the San Luis Salsa Company and Torri, the owner, will be there from 12:00 to 3:00 to talk about her fabulous salsas.
Take advantage of $99.00 (or less) case specials on crisp summer wines and their Novella
labels all weekend long.
The newest addition to Eos is Ambrosia Catering. Owners Dustin and Arlis offer a plethora
of experience in delectable central coast cuisine.
Specializing in organic fare and sustainable practices,
they will be conjuring up street tacos to pair with the
salsas. Tacos will be available for a $1 each, or mention this article to receive the first taco on them!
For art enthusiasts, artist David Child will be hosting
a reception showcasing his central coast watercolor
paintings on Sunday from 11:00 to 3:00.
Also, stay tuned for their annual Fourth of July event
at their 2300 Airport Road location, occurring on
Sat. July 2nd! It is a happenin’ red, white, and blue
time with live music, food by Trumpet Vine Catering, and a bit of sparkle to complete the evening.
Details? www.eosvintage.com or call the Tasting Room at 805-591-8050. And, save the date
for another Eos tradition, “The Stomp,” Saturday, September 24th at Eos Estate Winery. 
Experience the richness and flavor of our
J. Lohr signature wines at our San Jose or
Paso Robles Wine Center.
J. Lohr
Paso Robles Wine Center
6169 Airport Road
805.239.8900
J. Lohr
San Jose Wine Center
1000 Lenzen Avenue
408.918.2160
Tasting Daily 10A M -5 PM
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Spring/Summer 2011
Enjoy a Wine Holiday In
Paso Robles and Templeton
by Keith Moon
The countryside around Paso
Robles and Templeton in San
Luis Obispo County is an ideal
destination for a wine lover’s
holiday. There are more than
165 small- and medium-sized,
mostly family owned, wineries
scattered around the scenic
byways surrounding these
two towns. You’ll find nine
tasting rooms in Downtown
Paso alone, mostly within walking distance of one another,
along with fine restaurants and
great accommodations.
Listed here are two tasting
rooms that provide a wonderful
introduction to this superb
winemaking region.
See the guide to
Paso Robles/
Templeton tasting
rooms on page 80
John Pianetta
and daughter
Caitlin of
Pianetta
Winery
Pianetta Winery in
Downtown Paso Robles
This is a great place to start your exploration of the Paso Robles wine appellation. Located in the historic Granger
Building on 13th Street, Pianetta
Winery welcomes you with a portfolio of
fine wines and reputation for warm hospitality. Here you’ll discover the awardwinning wines of Monterey County’s
southern-most vineyard. Pianetta produces artisan premium red wines including Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese,
Syrah and Bilancio, its signature blend
of Syrah and Cabernet; Tuscan Nights, a
blend of Cabernet, Sangiovese and
Petite Sirah; Nonna’s Vina Rosato, a
distinctive rosé-style wine, along with
the winery’s inaugural 2008 Pianetta
Barbera, and a new release of the much
loved Pianetta Jug Wine. The tasting
room is open Sunday through Thursday,
from 12:00 to 6:00 p.m., and Friday and
Saturday, from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
For more information, call (805) 2264005 or visit www.pianettawinery.com.
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Paso Robles and Templeton continued from previous page
Pomar Junction East of Templeton
To reach Pomar Junction, the distinctive countryside
winery and tasting room that was the site of this year’s
Earth Day Food & Wine Festival, drive south on Hwy
101 to the Templeton, then go east on Vineyard Drive,
which becomes El Pomar Drive, and continue for
about six miles. Here you will enjoy views of the
Merrill Family Vineyard, relaxing in the farm house
tasting room and visiting the railroad exhibit with its
historic cupola caboose and boxcar. Pomar Junction
estate wines are bottled from the finest blocks grown
on the family vineyards and include Cabernet
Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Syrah Rosé,
Zinfandel, Chardonnay, Viognier, a Late Harvest
Viognier, and “Train Wreck,” a unique blend of
Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Zinfandel and Mourvedre.
The Merrill Family also offers the Canvas Series of
wines made from select blocks from some of the finest
vineyards on the Central Coast, farmed by Pomar’s
sister company, Mesa Vineyard Management. The
Canvas Series labels showcase original art from local
artists. The tasting room is open daily 11:00-5:00. 
Dana Merrill with son Matt and Greer Woodruff of Pomar Junction
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Spring/Summer 2011
J. Lohr’s Winery Within A Winery
The motion picture Sideways tells a story of two guys
traveling through California’s wine country on a quest
for great Pinot Noir. The movie’s release came one year
after J. Lohr planted Pinot Noir in the Arroyo Seco
region of Monterey County. The timing was perfect!
J. Lohr started with the best clones of Pinot Noir available and then built the first phase
of the “winery within a winery” in Paso Robles in 2006. The winery incorporates several
new pieces of winemaking equipment:
1)Small Lot Destemmer: Handpicked fruit is conveyed into a more
gentle destemmer, without crushing berries.
2)Berry Sorting System: Removes stem pieces, green berries and raisins,
which reduces astringency and eliminates green and dried fruit characters.
3)Open-top Fermentation Tanks: Smaller tanks allow grapes to be fermented
in individual small lots and held separately for evaluation and blending.
4)Pneumatic Punch-down System: Open-top tanks with punch-down
capability allow more precise extraction of color, flavor and fragrance.
5)Heating and Cooling Capabilities: Provide flexibility for cold-soaking and
warming of tanks for fermentation.
The combination of sourcing only the best vineyard blocks, removing bitter stems,
unripe berries and raisins, optimizing color and tannin extraction with precision temperature control and cap management, and the creation of many more small blending
lots allows winemaking to include only the absolute “best of the best” when assembling
each blend. The results are evident in the overwhelming critical acclaim the Fog’s Reach
Pinot Noir has received since the inaugural 2006 vintage. 
Relax in the Park at Scotts Valley Art & Wine
Festival August 13 & 14
The 12th Annual Scotts Valley Art & Wine Festival will be held
from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, August 13
and 14, in the beautiful SkyPark in Scotts Valley. Sponsored by
the Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce and the Scotts Valley
Arts Commission, this premier event is held in a serene open
park setting, so the mood is comfortable and relaxed as you wander past more than 100 artists’ booths offering a variety of fine art
styles and techniques.
ment from the nearby stage. Voted the “Community’s Favorite
Event” year after year, this festival is a joy for all ages. Bring the
children and visit the interactive kid’s art tent, where they can
experience the arts by creating their own special project. Attend
both days and enjoy all there is to see, to do and to taste. For
more information, call the Scotts Valley Chamber of Commerce
at 831-438-1010 or visit www.scottsvalleychamber,com. 
“Community’s Favorite Event”
The festival also showcases many of the foremost wineries from
the Santa Cruz Mountains and surrounding area, so there are
plenty of “tastings” to go around. The festival also offers a fantastic food court with a variety of delicious selections. Grab some
food and drink and relax on the hay bales or at picnic tables, or
sit under the shade tent while enjoying the musical entertainwww.wine-n-travel.com
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Spring/Summer 2011
Tarpy’s Roadhouse
Dine in a Beautiful Oasis Offering the Finest American Country Cuisine
by Richard L. Hughett
Tarpy’s Roadhouse is located east of Old Monterey, off
Monterey-Salinas Highway 68. Colorful plants and flowers,
the pond with a fountain, sunny courtyard dining and the
warm hospitality of Tarpy’s caring staff all complete this wonderful culinary experience. It’s the perfect place for a romantic
fireside dinner, casual evening with friends, or a special event.
Relax at this 1917 roadhouse and enjoy creative, five-star
American country cuisine. The wood-burning grill provides
wonderful flavors for wild game, fresh seafood and prime
steaks. Or, enjoy a hearty sandwich, vegetarian entrées and
tempting salads. The full bar, award-winning wine list and
professional service ensure a terrific dining experience. Tarpy’s
also offers full-service, off-site catering.
Michael Kimmel,
Executive Chef
Tarpy’s courtyard seating
Seared Rare Ahi Tuna
With Asian Greens & Sunflower Sprouts in a Soy
Lemon Vinaigrette Garnished with Pickled Ginger
and Wasabi Mustard serves 4
12 oz Seared rare Ahi tuna, sliced thin, seasoned with fresh
thyme, black pepper and kosher salt
12 oz Asian greens — mixture of chopped Napa cabbage,
baby spinach, arugula, sunflower sprouts, yellow and
red bell pepper, red cabbage, cilantro, basil leaves,
baby corn, sugar snap peas and thin sliced cucumber.
4 oz spaghetti noodles
2 oz pickled ginger
3 oz roasted red pepper, julienne
2 oz toasted black and white sesame seeds
2 oz wasabi mustard, molded into interesting shapes
2 flatbread, toasted cut into long triangular spikes
2 oz carrot, grated
7 oz soy lemon vinaigrette, with an Asian flavor.
4 edible flowers. Use Calendulas, Borage, Honeysuckle,
Nasturtiums.
4 decorative plates
All this and an opportunity to enjoy your meal on Tarpy’s
beautiful courtyard, under the warm sun, or shade if you prefer,
awaits you and your family.
Tarpy’s also has rooms available for banquets, meetings and
celebrations. They can host any special event from 10 to over
100 people, including wedding receptions (Get married in the
chapel next door!), banquets, meetings and birthday parties.
The Library accommodates 120 and has a secluded patio. The
Vintner’s Room offers an elegant display of local wines with a
capacity of 32 guests. And, for intimate parties and meetings of
up to 16, the Tack Room is the answer.
Assembly: Toss the first three ingredients in a stainless bowl to
coat with the vinaigrette. Mound in the center of the four plates.
Prop the tuna standing up against the salad. Place the red pepper around the salad in between the tuna, top with grated carrot. Place an edible flower on top. Prop the flatbread spikes to
meet at a point above the salad. Place the wasabi around the
edge of the plate, then mound the pickled ginger in between
the wasabi. Sprinkle the salad with the sesame seeds.
Suggested pairing wine: Sauvignon Blanc
Lunch is served Monday through Saturday from 11:30 to 4:30.
Sunday Brunch is 11:30 to 3:00, and the dinner hours are 4:30
to 9:00 Sunday through Thursday and 4:30 to 10:00 Friday and
Saturday nights.
Tarpy’s Roadhouse is part of Tony Tollner’s Downtown Dining
Group, which includes the Carmel’s Rio Grill and Montrio
Bistro in Monterey. For reservations (recommended), please
call 831-647-1444. 
2999 Monterey-Salinas Highway, Monterey
831/647-1444
www.tarpys.com
Photos by Elite Photography
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Spring/Summer 2011
Growers Pub
is Famous for
its Prime Rib!
Dawn Magri, owner of Growers Pub, is
committed to maintaining the excellent
reputation of this Monterey County
landmark. In the heart of Old Town
Salinas, this restaurant is renowned for its
nostalgic, friendly atmosphere and classic menu that captures the essence of
the region. It features the original 1940’s
bar, wine from local vintners, and
mouth-watering entrees.
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Executive Chef Hector Berumen has
earned a reputation for excellence, having worked in Carmel as executive chef
at the Forge in the Forest, and as sous
chef at Casanova.
At the Pub only farm fresh produce and
100% Certified Angus Beef® are served,
and it’s famous for wonderful Prime Rib,
slow roasted with Au Jus (shown above).
The menu also features other great
meats: grilled T-bone Steak, Filet
Mignon, Double D Rib Eye, New York
Steak and olive oil marinated Skirt
Steak. All the meats are served with a
choice of baked potato, roasted garlic
mashed potato, gratin potatoes or
creamy spinach.
And, Dawn and her excellent staff look
forward to serving you and your family
for your special events. Their banquet
room seats 85, and pre-selected menus
and beverage packages are available.
Located at 227 Monterey Street,
Growers Pub is open for lunch and dinner Monday through Friday from 11:00
to 9:00, and Saturday for dinner from
5:00 to 9:00. Their website is www.growerspub.com. Please phone 831-754-1488
for reservations. 
Spring/Summer 2011
Carmel Valley Chamber
of Commerce to
Present 7th Annual Art
& Wine Celebration on
June 11th
The 7th Annual Carmel Valley Art &
Wine Celebration is set for June 11, 2011.
This festival will showcase over 60 artists,
local wines and restaurants, unique shopping and live entertainment throughout
Carmel Valley Village, which is located
12 miles east of Highway One on Carmel
Valley Road.
This event will highlight the talent of Fred
Carvell, a local contemporary artist who
captures the beauty of the area through
his landscapes; still-life and abstract
paintings. His work is held nationwide by
over 1,000 private collectors and by dozens in other countries. His latest creation,
“New Vine” (shown here) will be available for purchase at the celebration.
Art exhibits will line the streets: plein air
artists, photographers, jewelry designers,
and an assortment of local crafts. Art galleries, antique shops, boutiques, and a
selection of cafes and restaurants will
welcome guests, while musicians fill the
air with music.
Admission is free. Complimentary transportation to the village will be available
from Grapevine Express. Wine tasting
tickets will go on sale on May 16, 2011,
for $15.00. Groups, Military and Seniors
Lockwood Vineyard
All Estate—All the Time
Chef/Owners Bill & Sue
Karaki of Taste Café & Bistro
are celebrating their 21st year
in Pacific Grove. What a
wonderful accomplishment,
but when you consider that
the San Francisco Chronicle
named it “one of the top 5
restaurants in Monterey
County,” you realize why they
are so popular.
2008 Pinot Noir, Block 7
This Pinot Noir has layers of intense fruit, earthiness and oak complexity. In the glass, aromas of
cola, cherry and forest floor are balanced by
nuances of vanilla and clove. As the wine unfolds
on the palate, it offers flavors of wild strawberries,
nutmeg and tobacco leaf. A silky middle palate is
balanced by a firm tannin finish.
Bill and Sue Karaki
The Karaki’s serve only 100% sustainable fishes, mostly organic
meats and organic vegetables, and his healthy Europeaninfluenced menu features items such as pastas, escargots, herbroasted chicken, rabbit, fresh-made sausages, exceptional soups
and salads. And, Sue creates marvelous fresh-made desserts:
brioche bread pudding, warm apple galette, chocolate torte,
mousse and crème brulée. You can view the menu at their website: www.tastecafebistro.com.
2007 Partners’ Reserve
The Lockwood Vineyard 2007 Partners’ Reserve is
a blend of 98% Cabernet Sauvignon, 1.75%
Merlot, and .25% Malbec. The bouquet is of
tobacco leaf, olive, black cherry, plums and dried
cherries. Flavors are of rich, concentrated fruit balanced by youthful tannins. The small addition of
Malbec defines the depth of fruit and the Merlot
adds a bit of spice on the finish.
Booths are available. The non-member
rate is $130 until May 13, 2011, when the
price for a booth increases to $155. Artist
members of the chamber receive a free
booth. For more information regarding
booths and the event schedule, call
831-659-4000 or visit www.carmelvalley
chamber.com. 
Pacific Grove’s Taste Café and
Bistro Celebrates 21 years!
Two of Lockwood’s wines were recently awarded
GOLD medals at the Monterey Wine
Competition. Here are tasting notes on both
from Winemaker Larry Gomez:
These wines, along with other offerings from
Lockwood Vineyard, can be found at A Taste of
Monterey at 700 Cannery Row in Monterey, www.
tastemonterey.com. To learn more about Lockwood
Vineyard and their estate wines, visit www.lockwood-wine.com. 
can purchase discount tickets. Day of the
event tickets will be $20.00 per person.
Taste Café has an extensive inventory of regional wines, including many premium Monterey County varietals, and there is a
full bar. The Karaki’s offer a children’s menu, and they host
banquets for up to 50 guests!
The restaurant is open 11:30 to 3:30 p.m. for lunch and 3:30 (for
early diners) to 9:00 p.m. for dinner. They are closed Monday.
Taste Café & Bistro is located at 1199 Forest Avenue in Pacific
Grove. For reservations, please call 831-655-0324. 
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Spring/Summer 2011
Irie Zinfandel Now Available
at Paraiso Vineyards
Irie Wine is produced and bottled by
Justin Murphy Cellars in Soledad.
Owner Justin Murphy was raised in the
Salinas Valley and has worked in the
wine industry since 2004, in San Luis
Obispo
Paso
Robles Counties.
Pietra Adand
5” x
7 1/2”
Murphy moved back home to produce
his Irie brand and also do winemaking
for two other local brands, Christopher
Paul and Chateau Bella Monte.
Murphy says, “Zinfandel has always
Justin Murphy and Irie
been a favorite varietal of mine, with all
its complexities and wonderful flavors,
so it was easy to decide which wine I
wanted to create. My first production
was 90 cases in 2006. I bottled 450 cases
this year. The fruit I use is from a private
vineyard in Paso Robles.”
Murphy and his wife/partner Megan
currently produce Irie out of the Paraiso
Vineyard winery in Soledad, where
Murphy is an assistant winemaker.
Murphy decided on the name Irie to
name the Zin after his Australian shepherd. Irie means the way you feel when
you have no worries, the state of feeling
great. He says his shepherd definitely fits
his name; very carefree and mellow.
“Pietra Santa is truly a rarity in California”
- Wine Enthusiast Magazine
With 160 years of winemaking history and a Frank
Lloyd Wright inspired home on the property, this
family owned estate is a “must-see” for wine lovers
and history buffs alike. Winery tours are available
on request.
Winner of 9 Medals!
2010 SanFrancisco Chronicle Wine Competition
Including Double Gold — Estate Cabernet Sauvignon
Only a short drive from Monterey. Take 101
to 156 towards San Jaun Batista. Right on
Union Road - Right on Cienega Road - Right
at the sign just past DeRose Winery
Irie Zinfandel is available at the Paraiso
Vineyards tasting room, also at Star
Market, Zeph’s and Casa Sorrento in
Salinas, and Tarpy’s Roadhouse restaurant in Monterey.
Bring this ad and receive a free bottle of
Estate Olive Oil. Offer expires 9/30/2011
Tasting Room Hours: Wed-Sun 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
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“I like to say the ‘Irie’ feeling comes
when you have that second glass of wine
with good friends or that moment when
life comes together and everything
seems to make sense.”
www.pietrasantawinery.com
Tasting Room 831-636-1991
10034 Cienega Road, Hollister, CA
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For more information, please visit www.
iriewine.com, email Murphy at Justin@
iriewine.com or follow him on facebook.
com/iriewine. 
Spring/Summer 2011
Guglielmo Winery in Morgan Hill
Poised for Growth
“Brand New 86-Year-Old Family Winery” is on a Roll
Emilio Guglielmo Winery, family-owned and operated in Santa Clara Valley, is
celebrating its 86th year in business.
During 2010 they recorded a 15% increase in revenues, and they expect further
growth in 2011, both domestically and internationally. Last year the winery shipped
2,800 cases of wine to southern China, for the retail shelves in major shopping centers. An additional shipment to China was made in April 2011.
Also during 2010, the winery completed an overhaul of the winery branding, website
and Facebook page. They introduced their TRÉ brand, and expanded the Guglielmo
“Private Reserve” label with both estate and Santa Clara Valley appellation wines.
They hired two wine industry sales professionals to personally service accounts and
also a Silicon Valley marketing professional as director of marketing. There were
more bridal and corporate events at their Villa Emile Event Center and sales for their
annual Holiday Faire were up 20% over 2009.
Their accomplishments also included winning two Double Gold medals, for their
2007 Private Reserve Estate Petite Sirah and 2007 Private Reserve Cabernet
Sauvignon, at the 2010 and 2011 San Francisco Chronicle Competitions.
Summarizing the winery’s accomplishments, General Manager Gary Guglielmo, said,
“We’re re-launching a brand new 85-year-old winery. It’s a very exciting time, and we
are well positioned to capitalize on current market forces. We are returning to the
old-fashioned hand-selling method that served us so well in the winery’s early days,
when my grandparents hand-delivered wine up the Peninsula to San Francisco. We
believe that our wines bring people together, to celebrate every day, as well as special
occasions. That’s one of the reasons behind our new tag line, ‘From our family, to your
table.’”
Guglielmo’s winemaking team, Alan DeWitt and George Guglielmo, are constantly
striving to expand and elevate the wines being produced. New sources of fruit are
being tapped from local vineyards to supplement the estate vineyard production.
Located in Morgan Hill,
Guglielmo has practiced the
fine art of winemaking for
three generations. Established
by family patriarch, Emilio
Guglielmo, the family has
produced wines in the Santa
Clara Valley since 1925. Today,
third generation brothers,
George, Gary and Gene
(shown here) offer a family of
aw a rd -w i nn i ng P r i v at e
Reserve varietals, the TRÉ value line, Emile’s Heritage Red and White, as well as
sparkling and dessert wines. Their Tasting Room & Gift Shop are open daily (except
major holidays). The event center, a perfect setting for weddings and corporate
events is also located on the grounds. Their website is www.guglielmowinery.com. 
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Vision Quest
Ranch to Host
Two E.A.R.S.
Fundraisers
This Summer
The 2011 Elephants of Africa Rescue
Society (E.A.R.S.) gala is set for
Saturday, May 14th at the Vision Quest
Ranch. This is the event’s 11th anniversary. The banquet sponsor for the
“Under The Sea” gala will be Hyatt
Regency, and Executive Chef Russell
Young promises that this year’s culinary
experience will be the best yet! Wine for
the event will be provided by awardwinning vintners from Monterey
County.
E.A.R.S.’s goal is to help people realize
how incredibly special and deserving
these animals are. This event must be
very successful to help support their five
elephants over the next year and to
continue to give
them a quality
of life they now
enjoy, so please
plan to attend.
To reserve tickets call 831455-2447.
Also this summer, Vision Quest Ranch
will host a second E.A.R.S. fundraiser, a
new event, “The Monterey County
Safari Spectacular.” Planned for Sunday,
July 3rd, this is billed as an Independence
Day Wine & Food Festival. The highlight will be a laser light show, and there
will also be the E.A.R.S. and Gears car
show, live music, animal visits, jump
houses and face painting for the kids,
and, of course, great food and wines.
Much more information on E.A.R.S.
and these events is available at www.
elephantears.org. E.A.R.S. is a California
501(c)(3) non-profit organization. The
directors and staff are volunteers, so that
all donations received for the elephants
go directly for their care. 
Spring/Summer 2011
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Entry Deadline Near
for Central Coast
Wine Competition
Last Day to Enter online
is May 27!
The Monterey
County Fair has
announced that
Friday, May 27, 2011 is the deadline
for entries in this year’s Central Coast
Wine Competition.
The Monterey fair is in partnership with
four other fairs to present this annual
competition: the California Mid-State
Fair, San Benito County Fair, Santa
Barbara County Fair, and Ventura
County Fair.
Wineries interested in participating can
get entry information from the fair office
in Monterey. The judging will take place
on June 15th and 16th, and the winners
will be honored on Thursday, September
1, 2011, during the 75th Monterey
County Fair, when a public tasting of
winning wines will be held.
WINE SPECTATOR SCORED
2006 TUDOR PINOT NOIRS
93 Points....................... Balo Vineyard
91 Points.............. Santa Lucia Highlands
90 Points..................... Anderson Valley
90 Points.................. Sarmento Vineyard
Come Enjoy Our New Wine Tasting Service at
Andre’s Bouchée
On Mission just south of Ocean in Downtown
Carmel-by-the-Sea
12 – 5 pm Wednesdays thru Sundays
www.tudorwines.com 831-224-2116
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“Last year, 131 wineries participated and
presented 519 wines for judging,” says
Lauren Heath, the competition coordinate for the Monterey County Fair, “but
only 8% of the wineries were from Monterey. We hope this year many more of
our county vintners will enter, and we
are here to help them with the application process. They can contact me at
831-372-5863 for all the information.”
The geographical boundaries for growing areas eligible to compete include all
of the Central Coast AVA and Ventura
County. The Central Coast AVA is a
large viticultural area and from Santa
Barbara County to the San Francisco
Bay Area. With around 100,000 acres
planted in wine grapes, the AVA is home
to several smaller appellations.
For entry information, go to www.montereycountyfair.com, or call Lauren at
the fair office 831-372-5863. Also,
check their wine blog at centralcoast
winecompetition.wordpress.com. 
Spring/Summer 2011
Joyce Vineyards
Opens New Tasting
Room and Releases
New Chardonnay
April was an exciting month for Joyce
Vineyards. They opened their new tasting room/wine lounge in Carmel Valley
Village at 19 East Carmel Valley Road.
Joyce Vineyards New
Labels Include QR Codes
Joyce also released their new labels with the addition of “QR”
codes on them. Customers can scan the QR code on the back
label and go to a mobile site, where they can find out more
about that particular wine or any wine produced by Joyce. Food pairings and recipes suggested with one of their wines, events, news and any other information
regarding Joyce Vineyards are also be available at the site, which will be updated
frequently. The specific QR code they are using is Data Matrix QR code, which
works with most all-in-one QR4/6/11
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phones. 
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Owner Frank Joyce had been searching
for the perfect space to showcase their
wines in a fashion that coincides with
their style. The new room is 1,500 sq. ft.,
features bar space for 20 people, lounge
seating for 25, and a retail/art section.
They also released their Joyce 2010
Monterey Stélé Chardonnay, the result
of a project inspired of Frank’s son, Russell. While working with distributors
and tasting many wines, Russell became
aware of a growing trend among Chardonnay drinkers. Many still
enjoy a rich
Chardonnay
with oak and
butter, but there
are some who
want a more
crisp balance
of acidity and
fruit, unadulterated by any
oak. Joyce makes their Santa Lucia
Highlands “Black Mountain Chardonnay,” which has a nice balance of secondary malolactic fermentation, oak
and Santa Lucia Highlands fruit, but
Frank and Russell have now presented
an option.
The word “Stélé,” the phonetic spelling
of “steel,” refers to the cooperage used to
create this Chardonnay. It was vinted in
stainless steel for only nine months. To
further its refreshing crispness and acidity, malolatic fermentation was inhibited
to allow the most true expression of this
premium Monterey County fruit.
For more information, go to www.joycevineyards.com. 
Share the love, and all that jazz.
Saturday and Sunday 6 p.m. to 8.p.m
July 2 through September 4
Extended hours allow you to see the Aquarium in a whole new
light. Stroll, relax, and enjoy live jazz with a complimentary
taste of Estancia wine – all included with admission.
Estancia, Hand Crafted and Artisan Grown wines
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Enjoy Wonderful Food and Wine Tasting
at the Element
Addamo brands and other specially
selected Monterey County
varietals.
The motto of the Element Restaurant and Wine Bar is very true: “You
come as our guests and leave as our
friends.” Owner Misty Rimassa is the
most gracious hostess, ready to serve
her customers with a large offering of
warm hospitality and a menu of
mouth-watering dishes.
Lunch and Dinner are served Tuesday through Sunday and outdoor
patio seating is available. The restaurant can host special events,
family gatherings, and Misty also
caters off site parties. The menu
prices start at just $6.95, and be
sure to ask about their prime rib
dinners on Thursday and Friday.
The Element, located on River Road
in the heart of Monterey County
wine country, offers an intimate dining room atmosphere and is known
for great food and wines. Just ask the
many locals who visit Misty and her
staff often.
The phone number for Element is
831-998-7045. Their address is 275
Owner Misty Rimassa, Jim Armstrong and Parker Rimassa
River Road, Suite E, south of Highway 68. And during your visit, check their gift shop! Their webThere is a large selection of excellent wines at the wine bar,
site is www.elementtastingbarandbistro.com. 
including the family-owned, award-winning Element and
Visit our Tasting Room
Discover
RAY FRANSCIONI WINES
Acclaimed Winery and
Tasting Room in the
Santa Lucia Highlands
Puma Road Santa Lucia
Highlands Burgundian Varietals:
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and
Pinot Gris, and Bordeaux
Pedregal Varietals from Paicines:
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and
Cabernet/ Merlot Blend.
Available for Private Parties,
Weddings & Business Affairs
R A N C H V I N E YA R D S
499 Wave St., Monterey, CA 93940
32720 River Road, Soledad
Open Thu-Sat 12-8, Sun-Mon 12-6:30, Tue-Wed 1-6:30
2 Miles South of Gonzales River Road Junction
831-675-3548
(831) 372-8900 • www.piercevineyards.com
One block up from Cannery Row, right next to the Antique Mall
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Shop, Dine and Sip Wine in
by Keith Moon
Carmel Valley Village is a delightful enclave of charming boutiques,
inspiring galleries, fine restaurants, inviting wine tasting rooms, and warm,
sunny weather that’s a short 12 mile drive east of Carmel.
Shop the Boutiques & Galleries
Carmel Valley Art Association at Valley Girls Gallery,
13766 Center Street: “We are the art and the artists! Come
shop our fine art, sculpture, photography and jewelry.”
Shelley also invites you to the Pen Pal Kids Club
launch at the gallery on June 11. Explore at www.
penpalkidsclub.com.
Shelley Alioti, Carmel Valley Art Association
Carmel Valley Market, 2 Chambers Lane: This is where
visitors join the locals to shop for aged beef, fresh produce
and a great selection of local wines. Pick up picnic supplies to
enjoy at the nearby park.
Ruben & Ciria Gurule, Carmel Valley Market
Casa del Soul, now at 13766 Center Street, next to Carmel
Valley Market: Featuring an expanded selection of globally
chic women’s apparel, accessories, shoes and gifts. This is the
place for stunning and unique items. Call 831-659-4043 for
more information.
Linda Jacobs of Casa del Soul
Jeanna Co., 13766 Center Street: This exceptional boutique
features an outstanding collection of American jeans and
Italian designs for fashionable women. These Italian imports
have never been sold in this country previously. Wonderful
hats, handbags and accessories.
The Red Pear
The Red Pear, at 14 Del Fino Place: This is the perfect
place to shop for the ideal accent for your home. Discover a
variety of exceptional items including chocolates, candles,
tableware, exquisite pewter, vintage collectibles, jewelry and
imaginative works by local artists.
Jeana Co.
Wild Heart Gallery, 3 Pilot Rd: View Larry Vogel’s unique
digital photo series and sculptures, Barbara Runge fluid
landscapes, and Ilona Martin naive works. Three friends
influenced and inspired by traveling the world over.
Workshops, guest artists, and juried exhibits. Also see www.
wildheartgallery.com
Wild Heart Gallery
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Carmel Valley Village continued from previous page
Joullian Vineyards, 2 Village Drive: Carmel Valley estateproduced wines including a Carmel Valley Zinfandel, plus coolclimate and single vineyard Monterey Chardonnays.
Enjoy Fine Food & Wonderful Wines
Boekenoogen Winery, 24 W. Carmel Valley Road: This ranchstyled tasting room features Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Syrah
from the estate vineyard in the Santa Lucia Highlands along
with Syrah, Petite Sirah and Viognier from their Carmel Valley
estate. Open daily.
Parsonage Winery & Gallery, 19 East Carmel Valley Road: In
addition to the superb red wines of Parsonage Village Vineyard,
the tasting room is a gallery featuring fabric creations of Mary
Ellen Parsons, wife of winemaker Bill Parsons.
Carmel Hills Winery, 12 Del Fino Place in LyonsHead Gallery:
For two years in a row their Pinot Noir has won Gold at
America’s largest wine competition. Come taste these great
wines along with the Estate Chardonnay, sensational Syrah, and
a Cab/Merlot blend that tastes like dark chocolate.
Wills Fargo Restaurant, 16 E. Carmel Valley Road: Awardwinning Chef Cal Stamenov has a passion for high quality, local
ingredients, including naturally raised meats, freshly caught local
fish and organic vegetables. Open for dinner daily and lunch on
Friday and Saturday. 
Château Sinnet, 13746 Center Street: Offering a wide choice
of excellent wines including red and white varietals, Champagnes,
and fruit and specialty wines.
Chock Rock Winery, 1 Del Fino Place: Acclaimed Winemaker
Dan Karlsen and his wife, Kathleen, have opened the newest
tasting room in the Village. They invite you to enjoy their Estate
grown Pinot Noir and superb Chardonnay and Syrah. ThursdayMonday 11:30-5:30.
Editor’s Note: Also see the Guide to Wine Tasting Rooms
that begins on page 73.
Wills Fargo Restaurant
Joyce Vineyards in Carmel Valley Village
C
ome enjoy a selection
of 12 distinct handcrafted wines, small
pairings, and art in a
urban contemporary
setting.
We are Open
January-May:
Friday-Sunday 11:30-6:00
June-August:
Tuesday-Sunday 11:30-6:00
Russell, Teresa, Frank and
Michael Joyce welcome you.
19 East Carmel Valley Road, Carmel Valley
831.659.2885
www.joycevineyards.com
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Taste Tudor Pinot Noir At
Andre’s Bouchée in Carmel
Zeph’s Has a
Wine Bar Full
of Favorites
The new wine releases are appearing
everywhere — but who has time to do a
tasting tour? Zeph’s has your solution.
They feature over 25 wines and a couple
sparkling wines (and practically any beer)
for your tasting pleasure — and there’s
always something new to try. Know
what you like and want to drink that?
They can serve any bottle purchased for
a $7.00 corkage. Meet your friends, have
a glass, a cheese tray from Portobellos
and spend some quality time locally.
Vintner Dan Tudor has brought his fine wines and over 2,000 years of family winemaking tradition to Andre’s Bouchée, the fashionable bistro-style French restaurant
located in the heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea. Now patrons will enjoy award-winning
Pinot Noir that reflects a heritage of winemaking that began centuries ago on the
island of Hvar off the Dalmatian Coast of Croatia. On Hvar the Tudor family grew
grapes and lavender for hundreds of years. Then, in the early 1900s, the Tudors immigrated to California and continued their custom of grape growing at farms near
Delano.
Dan Tudor first made wine in 1982 while working for cousin Louie Lucas at his
Tepusquet Vineyards in the Santa Maria Valley, growing quality Chardonnay, Pinot
Noir, Chenin Blanc, Gewürztraminer, Merlot and Riesling. The 1982 and 1983
wines, along with a 1983 sparkling wine, all won 1st and 2nd place awards at the
Santa Barbara County Fair and, later, at the Santa Cruz County Fair amateur wine
competitions. Inspired, Dan began his goal to start a winery and make world-class
wines. In 1997, Dan discovered Monterey County’s potential as a top-flight winegrowing region and teamed up with his first cousin, Christian Tudor, to preserve the
family tradition and create superb handcrafted wines.
For visitors they offer outstanding wines
specializing in Monterey County. Name
your style — they can suggest a wine,
box it and ship it to be on your doorstep
when your trip is done. And they work
with Gifts On The Go to make great gift
baskets.
The third Thursday of each month at
5:30 p.m. Zeph’s throws a specialty tasting. May proves that there are “bargain”
Santa Lucia wines; June is an ABC tasting — everything but Chardonnay; July
is the opposite — Chardonnay all the
way; and August lets you spend an evening enjoying bubbles — the domestic
sparkling wines. Sign up for their
monthly newsletter to see each month’s
focus.
Find Zeph’s on Facebook at zephsonestop or at 1366 South Main Street in the
Nob Hill Shopping Center in Salinas.
Call 831-757-3947 for more information. 
Above: Vincent Ciolino and Bill Siles
Dan Tudor with Elizabeth and Andre Lemaire of Andre’s Bouchée.
“At Tudor Wines, we select the fruit from family-farmed vineyards and transform it
using traditional techniques. This includes small fermentations mixed by hand and
aging in French barrels. The resulting wine has a purity of expression that cannot be
duplicated on a larger scale,” Dan Tudor said.
At Andre’s Bouchée, Tudor will personally pour all four of his 2006 Pinots for tasting.
These elegant wines gained towering ratings from Wine Spectator. The 2006 Balo
Vineyards Pinot Noir scored 93 points, the 2006 Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir
earned 91, and the 2006 Anderson Valley Pinot Noir and 2006 Sarmento Vineyards
Pinot Noir each rated 90 points. The Tudor tasting service is available from 12:005:00 p.m., Wednesday through Sunday, in Andre’s Bouchée, on Mission, two doors
south of Ocean. Learn more at www.Tudorwines.com. 
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Spotlight on
Central Coast Wines
by Keith Moon
yard designated grape varietals.
At Pessagno we do things differently. We encourage tasters to
make up their own flights by
making selections from the tasting menu. Of course, our knowledgeable and friendly staff is
here to make suggestions and
answer questions. With some 14
wines, including Riesling,
Chardonnay, Pinot, Zinfandel,
Syrah and vintage Port, our
Robin Dodd
menu is a playground for your
palate.” Robin also suggests that guests bring a picnic basket and
soak up the beauty of the Santa Lucia Highlands while sipping a
glass of Four Boys Vineyard Pinot Noir. “You may even get a visit
from the resident labradors, Keno and Jackson, looking for pats
on the back and any crumbs that might fall off the picnic table.”
At 1645 River Road. Open daily.
Cooking for Solutions Chefs To
Visit De Tierra Vineyards
For the second year in a row,
De Tierra Vineyards will host
one of the Food and Wine
Adventures set for May 21 as
part of the Cooking for Solutions
celebration held by the Monterey
Bay Aquarium. On that day, the
De Tierra estate will be the destination for this great event led
by two extremely distinguished
chefs, Bun Lai of Miya’s Sushi in
New Haven, CT, and Monterey’s
Tom Russell
own Tony Baker from Montrio.
“We are thrilled to be part of this exciting program. It gives participants a chance to enjoy great chefs, gourmet cuisine and fine
wines. It’s an elegant and engaging way to discover how your
choices protect the health of the soil, water and ocean wildlife,”
owner Tom Russell said. In other news, De Tierra announced the
release of two new wines, a 2007 Pinot Noir, Monterey, and a
2007 Red Wine called “Puzzler.” Russell explained, “Blended
wines are puzzles that winemakers piece together, taking lots and
barrels to assemble a whole that is more than a sum of its parts.
The way wines come together is often nonlinear and illogical. So
it is with our 2007 Puzzler. I think you’ll enjoy its delicious elements.” For more information see www.detierra.com.
Parsonage’s Red
Wine is the Pick
of the “Litre”
Bill Parsons, the owner/executive winemaker of Parsonage
Village Estate Vineyard &
Winery in Carmel Valley, looked
at a copy of the Monterey County
Weekly and said, “Wow! It’s deju
vu all over again.” He just read
Mary Ellen and Bill Parsons
that his 2008 Parsonage Estate
Syrah had been voted “Best Red Wine of 2011 in Monterey
County” by the newspaper’s readers. And guess what? His 2005
Estate Syrah received the same award in 2009. “There must be a
whole bunch of hedonistic wine lovers around here who are into
Pessagno Winery Offers Unique
Approach to Tasting
Pessagno Winery on River Road offers a new approach to wine
tasting. As Tasting Room Manager Robin Dodd explains, “While
many wineries have distinctive tasting flights, they’re usually
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Monterey County grower, Ray and family have gained a reputation for providing fine grapes to such superb producers like
Kendall-Jackson, Mer Soleil, Morgan, Cru and Joullian. His
winery and barrel room on River Road is available for weddings,
private parties, and other special occasions. Call 831-455-1096
for information.
the opulent, sensual, voluptuous winemaking style we utilize at
Parsonage.” He added that most of the credit goes to his son-inlaw Frank Melicia for overcoming major obstacles that included
frost, lots of shatter, and on-going drought. “About the only
thing missing was a cloud of locust. Our Syrah ended up at about
a ton and a half per acre. Just half of normal. That may be why
the 2008 is so exceptional. In all immodesty, it’s truly an epic
wine,” Bill said, seriously.
The Saunders Release 2006 Boëté
Cabernet Franc
Carmel Hills Wines Score at
Chronicle Competition
John and Jana Saunders have
annouced the release of their
new 2006 Boëté Cabernet Franc
Reserve. “The Franc’s aromas
leap out of the glass and surprise
you with hints of vanilla, blackberries and dried herbs, while
flavors of dark fruits, ripe berries
and minerality meld together for
a most intriguing experience,”
said Jana Saunders. The new
John Saunders of Boëté
release joins the Boëté portfolio
of red wines that includes estate grown Cabernet Sauvignon and
their exciting blend Cheval Rouge. Made from fruit grown in the
Saunders’ Vineyard east of Carmel Valley Village, these fine
wines can be enjoyed at the tasting room in Valley Hills Center,
just 3.2 miles east of Hwy 1 in Carmel.
The wines of Carmel Hills
Winery are making news once
again. For the second year in a
row their Pinot Noir has won
accolades at the San Francisco
Chronicle Wine Competition.
This year the Carmel Hills 2009
Pinot Noir brought home a gold
medal. Last year, the 2008 vintage won a double gold. At the
same time, the Carmel Hills
2009 Chardonnay and 2009
Lynn Sakasegawa
Syrah received silver medals at
the prestigious event. Vintner Lynn Sakasegawa also announced
the release of a 2008 Cabernet/Merlot blend that “is not only
fabulous but has wonderful tastes of very dark chocolate.” Hurry
and try it at the tasting room in LyonsHead Gallery on Del Fino
Place in Carmel Valley Village. The production was very limited.
Pietra Santa Names Jeff Marston
Sales Manger
Ray Franscioni Wines Adds to its
Award-Winning Portfolio
Pietra Santa Winery, the familyrun estate that produces artisanal wines and olive oils in San
Benito County, has appointed
Jeff Marston as national sales
manager. In this position,
Marston will lead the winery’s
regional sales team, work with
wholesale partners and key customers and open new distribution channels. “I plan to build
on the legacy of this historic
estate,” Marston said. “My first initiative is to launch the winery’s
first ever estate-grown Pinot Noir program. These wines are
made from unique soils rich in limestone and the prospect of
introducing them is certainly exciting.” Cort Blackburn, managing partner of Pietra Santa Winery, said, “Jeff brings us a solid
background of sales planning, execution and leadership with the
enthusiasm to partner closely with wholesalers and accounts
alike.” Pietra Santa Winery is located on Cienega Road about
seven miles south of Hollister. 
Ray Franscioni Wines has
announced the release of the
Lilia 2009 Late Harvest Riesling,
Monterey County, as an addition to their acclaimed portfolio.
As Vintner Ray Franscioni says,
“We refer to this wine as ‘Little
drops of heaven.’ You will not be
disappointed by this delicately
delicious dessert wine.” The new
wine joins those Franscioni produces from vineyards in the
Ray Franscioni and daughter Teresa
Santa Lucia Highlands of
Monterey County and near Paicines in San Benito County. They
include Pedregal Cabernet Sauvignon, Paicines; Pedregal Merlot,
Paicines, and Pedregal Cache, his proprietory Bordeaux blend of
Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. From the Santa Lucia Highland
he brings forth the famed Puma Road Chardonnay, and Pinot
Gris, all from the Black Mountain Vineyard. A third generation
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Chock Rock Opens Tasting Room
in Carmel Valley Village
Acclaimed winemaker Dan Karlsen and his wife, Kathleen,
have brought their celebrated Chock Rock Wines to
Carmel Valley Village and opened the newest tasting room
in town. The Chock Rock Vineyard is located about 25
miles to the east, high in the Santa Lucia Mountains, on 40
acres at the upper end of Carmel Valley close to the Arroyo Seco. “Our vineyard is perched
on a knoll in mountain wilderness at 1400 feet elevation, with hot summer days and cool
nights,” Kathleen explained. “The name ‘Chock Rock’ comes from a local term for the soil
and type of stone found here. It’s appropriate, as we uncovered a lot of rock while planting
the vineyard.”
Dan and Kathleen Karlsen
Photo by Erin Perkins
The estate vineyard is now seven years old and consists of 7 1/2-acres planed to six clones
of Pinot Noir. “We also produce Chardonnay and Syrah from other selected vineyards in
Monterey County,” Kathleen said. “The winery sits on a hilltop overlooking the vineyard
and the vast rugged wilderness. It’s quiet and serene and about 100 yards from our home.”
The winery is capable of making about 4,000 cases but the Karlsens are producing only 900
cases a year at this time. Come to the new tasting room and enjoy these spectacular wines.
Open from 11:30 to 5:30, Thursday through Monday. Del Fino Place is in the center of
Carmel Valley Village off Carmel Valley Road. Call 831-659-7265 for information. 
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Have Your Friends Rave
About Your Next Event
A complimentary wine tasting awaits you at
Creating
Central Coast
Celebrations
since 1988
Baywood Cellars Tasting Room
on Cannery Row across from the Monterey Plaza Hotel
Taste why Baywood Cellars wines have won
over 400 medals.
Visit Baywood Cellars Tasting Room
381 Cannery Row, Suite C, Monterey, California 93940
831-645-9035 • www.baywood-cellars.com
Weddings
Birthdays
Grand Openings
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www.contemporarycatering.net
831 663 3191
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Vic’s Picks:
Graff Family Vineyard Wines
from the Chalone Appellation
by Victor Kong
Ventana
Introduces
Their Pastiche
Label
Ventana Vineyards has now unveiled
their new Pastiche label. Pastiche is a
French noun that means “A musical,
literary or artistic composition made up
of selections from different works.” The
new label, designed by Ventana’s creative staff, is meant to be eye-popping
and user friendly.
Phil Woodward and Victor Kong
Let me introduce you to a selection of wines that play an important part in Monterey
County’s winemaking history. These are the wines of Graff Family Vineyards from the
Chalone Appellation in the remote hill country above Soledad. The name on the
label honors Richard Graff, one of this area’s wine making pioneers. In 1964, Graff
came across a bottle of Chalone Vineyard Pinot Blanc and became entranced by the
unique quality of the wine. He eventually journeyed to Chalone Vineyard, the oldest
commercial vineyard in Monterey County, whose first 10 acres were planted in 1919.
Graff found a property that was insolvent and teetering on disaster. In 1965, he
bought Chalone Vineyards, restored the grapevines, and reached full production in
1969 with a vintage that brought industry-wide attention to the secluded vineyards.
Growth was underway and, in 1972, Graff persuaded Phil Woodward to join the
company and take charge of marketing and financial matters. This was the beginning
of what would become the Chalone Wine Group, one of this country’s most successful winemaking enterprises, that grew to include such famous labels as Edna Valley
Vineyard, Acacia and others.
It was a period of enormous success infused with fame from making sensational premium-priced wines. All went well until January 1998, when Richard Graff died in the
crash of his small plane near Salinas. Today Phil Woodward continues to honor the
memory of Richard Graff through the Woodward/Graff Wine Foundation, a nonprofit public benefit corporation, and the production of wines of Graff Family
Vineyards. “These wines are produced from the varietals and clones that Dick felt
would be best suited to the unique Chalone Appellation. These wines include Graff
Family Vineyards Pinot Blanc, Viognier, Grenache, Mourvedre, the “Consensus” blend
and July Muscat along with some incredible olive oil. A portion of the profits from
their sale benefits the Richard H. Graff Scholarship Fund for wine and food education. Meet me in the wine aisle and let me acquaint you with Graff Family Wines. 
There are three varieties of Pastiche; a
white table wine, which is non-vintage
and a blend of several Ventana varietals,
a 2008 Chardonnay (100%) and a 2008
Cabernet Sauvignon (100%). All three
are sourced from estate grown grapes.
These wines are meant for immediate
consumption, but will age nicely. They
are “fun” wines, great for picnics and
impromptu gatherings and are priced
below the Ventana Chardonnay and
Cabernet Sauvignon brands, but when
compared to Ventana’s Chard and Cab,
subtle similarities and differences are
recognized.
Pastiche is found only at Ventana’s tasting rooms in Monterey and at their
Soledad Winery and are also available
through the Ventana Wine Club and by
purchase on their website.
Ventana also produces Le Mistral, which
includes the major grape varieties, or
cépages, that have been grown in the
Southern Rhône Valley of France for
centuries. For more details, visit their
website www.ventanawines.com. 
Note: Victor Kong is the wine-buying partner at Star Market in Salinas.
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For a Comfortable Stay at a Great Price
Think Laurel Inn
Clean, Comfortable Rooms
Wireless Internet Access
On-Premise Restaurant
In-Room Coffeemakers
Heated Pool with Hot Tub
Hwy. 101
Laurel Dr.
Salinas
801 West Laurel Drive, Salinas
831.449.2474 • www.laurelinnmotel.com
Come taste our Pinot Gris, Chardonnay,
Estate Pinot and Syrah and our
Bella Vino Port.
Tasting room open Friday, Saturday and Sunday 11-5 pm
Joullian Vineyards
Introduces New
Marketing and
Event Manager
Carmel native Amy Love has been chosen to serve as the new marketing and
event manager for Joullian Vineyards in
Carmel Valley.
Ms. Love brings an impressive background to her new position. Her college
major included a concentration of special event planning. Her business experience includes serving as hospitality
director for Pepe International in
Carmel, where she developed skills in
event planning, special events, marketing, and promotion.
“When the opportunity presented itself
to work here at Joullian,” Love says, “I
knew it would be a great opportunity
and challenge. I am fortunate to be associated with Winemaker Ridge Watson
and Tasting Room Manager Deb
Monnastes. I look forward to promoting
Carmel Valley, and developing new
business relationships in the village. It’s
hard to believe, but many locals from
the Monterey Peninsula have not ventured to the valley for wine tasting or a
bite to eat. It’s definitely worth the short
20-minute drive. In this regard, Deb and
I plan to host an event every month at
our village tasting room to welcome our
existing customers and those who may
be just discovering our wines.”
In her “spare time,” Love is a triathlete
and she serves on the board of the Big
Sur Marathon. 
30981 River Road, Soledad, CA 93960
831-675-3398 | manzoniwines.com
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Morgan Makes Restaurant
“Most Popular Pinot Noir” List
Morgan Winery is one of the most requested brands by America’s
diners. The results from Wine & Spirits 22nd Annual Restaurant
Poll show that Morgan’s “Twelve Clones” Pinot Noir is one of
the top 25 most demanded Pinot Noirs in U.S. restaurants.
— the Santa Lucia
Highlands
—
Morgan Winery
has also earned a
reputation for producing wines of terrific value from other Monterey County districts. In 2010, Morgan’s Monterey Sauvignon Blanc also made
the Annual Restaurant Poll list by being voted one of the country’s “Top 25 Wines By-The-Glass.”
On-premise sales have always been Morgan Winery’s target market. The recent poll results indicate the success of the Morgan
sales team in getting the word out, through partnership with top
distributors across the country. “We are very pleased to have one
of the most popular Pinot Noirs,” says proprietor and winegrower Dan Morgan Lee. “We truly appreciate the loyal, ongoing support that we have received from the nation’s top restaurants.”
With more than thirty years experience, Dan Lee and the
Morgan label have been synonymous with artisan, vineyardcentric wines from the Santa Lucia Highlands and Monterey.
Dan’s conscientious and innovative farming regimens allied
with traditional, “minimalist” winemaking techniques craft
wines of balance, elegance and distinction. 
A well-known name for world-class Pinot Noir, Chardonnay
and Syrah from one of America’s most lauded growing regions
The Palate Meets the Palette at
Winfield Gallery in Carmel
For centuries, art and wine have been the
ultimate aesthetic pairing. Now Winfield
Gallery in Carmel-by-the-Sea and Figge
Cellars have teamed up in celebration of
great art and grape art. Thanks to a Figge
Cellars Tasting Bar within Winfield
Gallery, patrons can savor Figge Pinot
Noir, Chardonnay and Syrah while taking in the gallery’s renowned collection of
sculptures, paintings, drawings, and
ceramics.
Figge personally hand selects grapes from
prestigious local vineyards Pelio, Paraiso,
La Reina, and Sycamore Flat. Each bottle
of Figge Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and
Syrah is handcrafted in the time-honored
tradition, making them an ideal fit for the
work of artisans on display at Winfield
Gallery.
The gallery is located in Carmel-by-theSea between Ocean & 7th on Dolores,
and is open from 11:00-5:00, Monday
through Friday, and noon to 5:00 on
Sunday. The Figge Tasting Bar operates
from 2:00-7:00, Wednesday through Sunday. To learn more, visit www.winfield
gallery.com and www.figgecellars.com. 
“Art and wine complement each other
beautifully,” says gallery owner Chris
Winfield. “We’re proud and honored to
partner with a vintner of Figge’s caliber
and offer a truly one-of-a-kind gallery
experience for our customers.” Peter
Figge, owner and winegrower of Figge
Cellars, concurs. “Sipping a great wine
while soaking in exceptional art, well,
that’s a combination that’s hard to top.”
Figge Cellars produces vineyard-designated, small-lot wines in the cooler climate
and nurturing terrain of Monterey. Peter
Chris Winfield and Peter Figge
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Wrath Wins Award and Opens Tasting Room in Carmel
by Mike Lynch
Wrath Wines, one of the preeminent
wineries in Monterey County, has scheduled a June opening for its new tasting
room in Carmel. “We’ve wanted to open
an outlet in Carmel for quite some time,
and have been waiting for the perfect
location. This new tasting room is not
only more convenient for our supporters,
but it will introduce our wines to a whole
new audience,” said owner Michael
Chris Whaley
Thomas. Situated in Carmel Plaza at
Ocean and Mission, the room is next door
to the popular Cheese Shop. At just over
780 square feet, it offers a warm and
casual ambiance. Here the knowledgeable
staff will serve a selection of current and
library wines produced by Wrath. The
hours of operation are Monday-Saturday
from 10:00-6:00 and Sunday from 11:005:00. Chris Whaley will serve as general
manager of both the Carmel and winery
tasting rooms.
Wrath Named Wine of the Year
In other news, Wrath’s 2008 San Saba
Pinot Noir was voted “Best Red” and
“Wine of the Year” at the 2011 Monterey
Wine Competition. According to event
director Robert Whitley, “At the end of
the day, it was a Pinot Noir from a vineyard less than an hour from the competition headquarters that stole the show.”
Over the past 18 years, the Monterey
Wine Competition has been one of the
country’s premier events. Past winners
have included Dom Perignon, Lanson
and Joseph Phelps Insignia. In addition to
America’s wine producing regions, par-
ticipants have included
producers from Australia,
Spain, New Zealand and
Italy. This year’s event
featured 804 entries from
eight countries and a
number of states.
Wrath was launched
in 2007 by archaeologist
Michael
Thomas. The winery
produces
small-lot Pinot
Noirs,
Syrahs,
Chardonnays, and
Sauvignon Blancs
from its 72-acre
estate vineyard and
other properties in
the Santa Lucia
Highlands. Wrath
wines can be tasted
and purchased at
the winery located at 35801 Foothill
Road in Soledad and at the new Wrath
tasting room in Carmel. For more information call 831-678-2212 or visit www.
wrathwines.com. 
Famiglia DeRose Wines Have Arrived from Italy!
“Italy has always been of interest to me,” says winemaker Al DeRose “since my
grandparents were born there in the small town of Cosenza. I vacationed there in
2008 and tried several Tuscan wines that I immediately fell in love with. I told my
father (Pat) what I had discovered and we went back the following year. We spent
about a week touring Venice, Padova, Florence, Montepulciano and Bologna.
After tasting many wines we decided to focus on the Montepulciano region of
Tuscany, where we made arrangements with one of the top wineries to bottle special small lots of the region’s typical wines under our own private label, “Famiglia
DeRose.”
Al and Pat have now introduced these new nine varietals. Along with the excellent DeRose Wines from their Cienega Road property, they also offer many other
international wines, from Chile, Argentina, France and Spain, all part of their
Cienega Import Wine Club portfolio.
Located in Cienega Valley south of Hollister, DeRose is on land rich in winemaking history, dating back to 1854. Prized by generations of vintners for its temperate
climate and great soil, it is an ideal location for growing wine grapes. The winery
has it all and most importantly, a family dedicated to producing wines their ancestors would be proud of. 
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hefs from two of this region’s excellent restaurants offer these
recipes, created to please the most discriminating gourmand —
especially when paired with one of this area’s world-class wines.
Wine & Travel Cooking
Ashley Hosmer
Executive Chef, Shadowbrook Restaurant
Don Ferch
Chef/Owner, Contemporary Catering
Pacific Rim Salmon
Roasted Red Onion Petal with Beef
Tenderloin & Blue Cheese Fondue
Ingredients
2
6 oz
2 tbsp
1 cup
1 cup
2 tbsp
7 oz salmon filets
sesame seaweed salad
ginger wasabi sauce (recipe follows)
ponzu sauce (recipe follows)
julienne vegetables (jicama, cucumber,
red bell pepper, carrot)
miso vinaigrette (recipe follows)
pinch black sesame seeds
Ingredients for Roasted Red Onion Petal
2 tbsp
5
Preparation
Cut artisan red onions in half, lengthwise. Toss in olive oil, season with salt and fresh cracked pepper and thyme. Place on sheet
pan and roast in 300°F oven until translucent, approximately 30
minutes. Cool. Separate rings and cut into 1-inch-wide petals.
Preparation
Char grill salmon filets, brush with 1 tablespoon ponzu sauce.
Place a mound of sesame seaweed in the center of the plate.
With the ginger wasabi sauce in a squeeze bottle, make an outline of flower petals. Fill the petals with ponzu sauce. Place the
grilled salmon on top of the seaweed salad. Toss the julienne
vegetables in the miso vinaigrette and lightly sauce to heat
through. (Do not overcook.) Place the vegetables in a pile on top
of the salmon. Garnish with a sprinkle of black sesame seeds.
Wasabi Sauce
Ponzu Sauce
1/2 cup
1/2 cup
1/4 cup
1 cup
1 oz
1/2 tbsp
1/4 tsp
Ingredients
6 oz wasabi powder
2 cup mayonnaise
1 cup ginger gari (Japanese
pickled ginger) water
Preparation
Mix the wasabi powder with just
enough water to make a smooth
paste. Mix into the mayonnaise.
Puree the ginger in a blender
with a little of the juice. Mix into
the sauce. Chill.
Ingredients for Peppered Beef Tenderloin
2 tbsp
32
olive oil
3/4-inch cubes of beef tenderloin
sea salt
fresh cracked pepper
Preparation
Ingredients
Saki
sugar
soy sauce
orange juice
sesame seaweed salad
lime juice
red chili flakes
Season beef with salt and pepper, sauté in hot olive oil until
medium rare.
Ingredients for Blue Cheese Fondue
1 cup manufacturing cream
8 oz blue cheese
fresh cracked black pepper
Preparation
Combine all ingredients in pot
and bring to a boil. Reduce
slightly and thicken with a little
cornstarch. (The sauce should be
syrupy but not too thick.)
Preparation
Bring cream to a simmer, whisk in blue cheese to melt, season
with fresh cracked black pepper.
Miso Vinaigrette
Ingredients
1/2 cup barley miso (light miso)
1-1/4 cup water
3 fl oz honey
1 tbsp lemon juice
olive oil
artisan peeled red onions
fresh thyme
sea salt
fresh cracked pepper
Place onion petals on tray, place a slice of medium rare beef
tenderloin on the onion petals, spoon a small amount of the
blue cheese fondue over the tenderloins. Makes 32 portions.
1/4 tbsp sesame oil
1/4 tbsp soy sauce
2 tsp fresh, grated ginger
1 fl oz water
Suggested pairing: Marilyn Remark Petite Sirah
Preparation
Dissolve the miso in 1-1/4 cup water. Add the honey, lemon juice,
sesame oil, and soy sauce. Puree the fresh ginger with 1 oz of water and
press through cheesecloth into the mixture in a running blender, adding
the canola oil while the motor is running. Chill.
Suggested pairing:
Windy Oaks Cuvee Pinot Noir
1750 Wharf Road
Capitola-by-the-Sea
831-475-1511 | www.shadowbrook-capitola.com
Creating Central Coast Celebrations since 1988
831-633-3191 | www.contemporarycatering.net
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Boekenoogen Makes Its Winery A Second Place for Tasting
Three years ago the Boekenoogen family
opened a tasting room in sunny Carmel
Valley Village as a showplace for their
wines from the Santa Lucia Highlands.
Now they’re opening a second tasting
venue. This one is right at the
Boekenoogen Winery in those beautiful
vineyards above River Road west of
Soledad. “This location will not be a formal tasting room, as such,” said Holly
Boekenoogen, the daughter who handles
sales and marketing. “Instead, it will be
set up inside the winery, among the barrels and winemaking equipment. This
will give visitors a ‘hands-on’ view of
winemaking, and a chance to see how and
where the wine gets made.” This new
venue will be open from 12:00-4:30 p.m.
on Saturday and Sunday all through the
summer. Here guests can sip tastes of
Boekenoogen Pinot Noir, Chardonnay
and Syrah where the grapes are grown,
along with their Syrah, Petite Sirah and
Viognier from the family’s other estate in
Carmel Valley. To get to the winery from
Highway 68 near Salinas, take River
Road south approximately 18 miles to
Fairview Road. Or, from Highway 101 in
Gonzales, go into town and take Gonzales
River Road west 2.5 miles, turn left on
River Road and continue three miles to
Fairview, turn right and go up through the
vineyards about one mile to the winery.
Of course you can taste these award-winning wines every day from 11:00 a.m.5:00 p.m. at the Boekenoogen tasting
room in Carmel Valley Village. 
Owner John Boekenoogen with guests.
The Laurel Inn: Great Service at a Great Price
principle: customer service,” says owner and
manager Terry Riordan. “Unlike a chain motel,
when you want to speak to someone in charge,
you can go right to the top!” As a testament
to this kind of old-fashioned customer service
the Laurel Inn still has desk service 24 hours a
day for guests’ convenience and added security.
Yet, for all of the services you receive, the price
is surprisingly affordable.
A stay at the Laurel Inn in Salinas is not
only comfortable and convenient, it’s also a
great value. Family owned and operated since
opening in 1973, the Laurel Inn offers all
of the amenities you’ve come to appreciate
from a motel: clean, spacious rooms appointed with a coffeemaker, mini refrigerator and
high-speed wireless Internet access. And new
this winter, most of the guestrooms
have undergone a facelift.
The Laurel Inn is located right
off Highway 101 in Salinas which
provides easy access to central
California’s wine region and a pleasant drive (under 30 minutes) to
the beautiful Mon
terey Peninsula.
To make your reservations, contact
Laurel Inn at 800-354-9831 or online
at www.laurelinnmotel.com. 
Outside, the sparkling pool and spa
beckon fun in the Salinas Valley
sunshine. There is an on-premise
restaurant that is open around the
clock boasting delicious and generous meals in a casual, family atmosphere.
“We have established our place in
the motel industry by sticking to one
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Hammond Vineyards Tasting Room Grand Opening
Reggie Hammond and his guests celebrated the opening of his new River Road tasting room on January 22, 2011.
Gina Griffin & Host/Owner
Reggie Hammond
Gerald & Linda Gonzales
Marilyn Remark, JoAnn &
Denis Greathead
Steve Ziswasser, Leslie Williams, Carl Davis, Lori Hogan & Terry Costanza
James & Gerre Pickworth
Enjoying the large outdoor deck at Hammond Tasting Room
Marilyn Remark Winery New Release and Pizza Party
Another River Road winery event, held on March 26, 2011
Chef Don Ferch of
Contemporary Catering
Mark Manzoni & Host/Owner
Joel Burnstein
Bob Herendeen pouring for
Debbie Noyes
Sabrina & Mark Manzoni with Jeff Blair
Joullian Vineyards Sausage Saturday
Event held at Joullian’s Carmel Valley village tasting room on April 16, 2011
Amy Jo DeMaria, Bob Kiwala &
Mikuyo Koshikawa-Case
Michael & Therese Owen, Mark Gilbert, Tonia Giampaoli,
Host/Winemaker Ridge Watson, Susan Love & Alan Laverson
Bob & Susan Fain, Ruth Wilson
with Deb Monnastes
Photos by Richard L. Hughett
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by Richard L. Hughett and Keith Moon
Vine Hill Winery to Open
Santa Cruz Tasting Room
Lovers of Pinot Noir will soon be able to taste and purchase Vine Hill Winery’s awardwinning wines at two Santa Cruz locations. If you’re looking for the ideal scenic vineyard
location with panoramic views of the Monterey Bay, the estate winery opens its gates for
wine tasting on the third weekend of every month, Saturday and Sunday, from 12:00 to
5:00 p.m. And this summer, Vine Hill will be unveiling its new tasting room in Santa
Cruz’s bustling Westside. This new wine destination will provide an approachable way to
discover and savor delicious Vine Hill wines in a vibrant urban setting — conveniently
located right off of Mission Street (Hwy 1) at Swift and Ingalls Streets. For tasting room
grand opening and other information, visit the winery’s website at: www.vinehillwinery.
com or call 831-427-0436.
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Massaro & Santos — Great Food, View
and a $12.95 Special!
Massaro & Santos, located on the pier at Monterey’s Breakwater Cove, offers a fantastic menu
and view! In fact, their entrées will please the palate of the most critical diners. And, Sunday
through Thursday, they offer a choice of 3-course
meals for just $12.95! Known for their Italian
California Cuisine with an Asian influence, this
very unique restaurant features fresh local seafood, steaks, traditional pasta and a wine list
of many excellent Monterey County varietals. Their second story location offers indoor
and outdoor dining on a heated deck and a spectacular view of Monterey’s historic harbor,
the Bay and Cannery Row. Up to 100 people can be served during lunch or dinner. Visit
them for lunch Tuesday through Sunday and dinner every night. There is plenty of parking. For reservations, group information and directions call 831-649-6700.
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Holman Ranch Vineyard
Produces Estate Varietals
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Holman Ranch, located in a world-class grape growing climate, has a small family vineyard in production. It’s located in the heart of Carmel Valley at the northern end of the
Carmel Valley Appellation, approximately 12 miles inland from the coast, where there is
a perfect blend of ideal climate, southern exposure and rocky soils for growing Burgundian
Clones. Planted in 2000, the estate vineyard quickly expressed itself as an exceptional site
for Pinot Noir. Now, the ranch has released seven varietals from their winery: Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Sauvignon Blanc, two Pinot Noirs, a Rose of Pinot Noir and Hunter’s
Cuvee Pinot Noir. They also produce and bottle estate-grown olive oil. And, ranch officials have announced that they will soon be opening a wine tasting room, so stay tuned!
Contact them for details at 831-659-2640 or visit www.holmanranch.com.
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Your “get-away” private vacation
home is awaiting your arrival
Chateau Coralini Named One of the
Top 10 Romantic Inns in the States
Chateau Coralini Retreat and Spa has been honored as one of the
“Top 10 Romantic Inns” in the United States by American Historic
Inns and iLoveInns.com. The inns are chosen for their gracious hospitality and beautiful locations and also for countless other details
that add joy and give couples memories to last a lifetime. As iLoveInns.com President Deborah Sakach explains it, “This annual award
recognizes world-class innkeepers who have created properties with
remarkable romantic environments for couples.” Chateau Coralini has a history highlighted by romantic occasions. The first event ever held at the mansion in the 1890’s was a
wedding. And, the tradition continued with a wedding celebration just after the facility
was restored in 2008. The inn has also been featured in Sunset Magazine as the place to stay
when touring “Monterey’s Wine Road,” River Road. Contact them by phoning 831-4552100 or visit www.chateaucoralini.com.
Enjoy the breathtaking sunsets as you stroll
along the beach at Monterey Dunes. Tennis,
basketball and bocce ball courts,
swimming pool, spa, artificial putting green,
and a mile of private beach. Each home
offers front and back verandas,
master suite with private deck, wood
burning fireplace, full kitchen, dining/great
room and laundry room. Stay in, order in,
or dine out with many eclectic fine dining
restaurants nearby. Contact us at Monterey
Dunes: Vacation Homes and Sales.
Marilyn Remark Presents Great Events!
Marilyn Remark Winery is truly an artisan brand, producing 2,000 cases annually of award-winning wines
based on classic Rhone varietals. The winery/tasting
room is located on Monterey County’s scenic River
Road. Along with producing excellent wines Joel Burnstein and his wife/partner Marilyn Remark also present
great wine and food pairing events. Recently, they held
a wine and pizza party and next on the agenda is their
annual Lobster Feast, which is set for Saturday, June
25th. What a great party, with Joel’s wonderful wines and just-flown-in lobster! Every
year it sells out, so get your reservations in now. Another special party is their Winemaker’s
Dinner, planned this year for Saturday, August 6th. It’s an evening of wonderful hors
d’oeuvres, followed by a multi-course delicious meal, all complemented by Joel’s wines!
Reserve soon, for this event also sells out! For details, call 831-455-9310 or visit www.
remarkwines.com.
1.800.55.DUNES
1-800-553-8637
Book online at: www.montereydunes.com
A Special Place
A Special Wine
To View Clark’s Beautiful Carmel Stone Visit
www.carmelstone.biz
The beauty of natural Carmel Stone enhances residences and
commercial buildings throughout Monterey County and beyond.
Will Clark, owner of Clark Trucking, mines the stone in southern
Monterey County and sells it directly from his company yard in
King City. He also provides pallets of Carmel Stone to Hacienda
Hay and Feed in Carmel Valley. Many recognized area stonemasons rely on Clark’s Carmel Stone, knowing its quality is excellent and consistent. They use the stone to enhance the beauty of
homes, businesses and other buildings. And, you too can use it to
beautify your very important living space. To learn more about
Carmel Stone and how it can complement the exterior of your property and fireplaces,
please contact Will Clark of Clark Trucking at 831-385-4000 or visit their website: www.
carmelstone.biz.
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Come taste our Estate Chardonnay,
Cabernet/Merlot Blend, and our
Double Gold Winning Pinot Noir.
Tasting Room at LyonsHead Gallery
12 Del Fino Place
Daily 12am-6pm, Closed Wednesday
831-659-0750
www.carmelhillswinery.com
Spring/Summer 2011
VINE NOTES continued from previous page
Richard Graff Inducted into Hall of Fame
An Intimate Atmosphere with AwardWinning Wines and Great Food!
“You come here our guests,
you leave here as our friends.”
WINE TASTING • LUNCH & DINNER
OUTDOOR SEATING • SPECIAL EVENTS
TO-GO ORDERS • CATERING
Open Tuesday-Sunday
11:30 to 9:00
831-998-7045
275 River Road, Salinas, CA 93908
www.elementtastingbarandbistro.com
Philip Woodward, shown here, was on-hand at the Culinary Institute of America to accept the award when his late partner,
Richard Graff, was inducted into the college’s prestigious Vintners Hall of Fame in March. Graff was a pioneer of California
Pinot Noir. In 1965 he bought the distressed Chalone vineyard in
Monterey County and restored the neglected grapevines. He
took pains to preserve the character inherent in the microclimate
of Chalone’s unusual site. He produced finely crafted Pinot Noir
of a quality now taken for granted in California. During the early
development period, Graff brought in Philip Woodward as a partner in charge of marketing and finances. Together they built the Chalone Wine Group into one of the world’s
major producers of premium wines. Graff died in the crash of his small plane in 1998. As
an inductee into the Hall of Fame he joins such prestigious winemakers as Robert Mondavi, Charles Krug, Louis P. Martini, August Sebastiani and several others. (See related
photo on page 69.)
See Wine Accessories at
Pacific Etched Glass
Founded in 1977, Pacific Etched Glass & Crystal offers a full spectrum
of stemware, decanters, and wine accessories and is a leading supplier
of engraved logo glassware, barware and souvenirs to gift stores at major hotels and resorts. As President Larry Hirst explains, “Our etched
coffee mugs, wine glasses, paperweights and desk items are featured at
some of the most prestigious hotels, resorts and museum stores in the
U.S. and abroad. We also offer a great selection of golf trophies that
are ideal for events from corporate outings to PGA tournaments. Our
team of highly experienced engravers, artists and customer service specialists will
complete your order on time and with unparalleled attention to detail.” The showroom is
located at 2046 Sunset Drive in Pacific Grove and you can shop on-line at www.pacificglass.com.
Relax Like a Millionaire
at Monterey Dunes
Now you can treat your family to the kind of holiday that
millionaires enjoy. Bring them to Monterey Dunes and enjoy
a vacation that most people only dream about. This exclusive enclave on Monterey Bay includes 120 individually
owned estate homes and stretches out over a mile of beach
on 125 acres of colorful sand dunes. The Pacific Ocean is
your front yard. Rental units include 2, 3 or 4 bedroom homes, each completely furnished
and some with private hot tubs. Amenities include tennis courts, saunas, swimming pool,
hot tub, sand volley ball court, putting green, basketball and, of course, the endless beach.
It’s a family oasis located on the most beautiful beach in northern California. Exceptional
dining nearby. Weekend rates (2 nights) range from $530 to $795 depending on the season. Occasionally one of the homes is for sale in the mid $1-million to the mid $2-million
range. For details call Biff Jelavich at 831-633-4883 or visit www.montereydunes.com.
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Manuel’s Restaurant a Favorite Since 1965
The late Manuel Santana opened Manuel’s Mexican
Restaurant in Aptos in 1965, and it has been a neighborhood institution every since. In keeping with the
tradition of fine food established by Manuel, his son,
Leonardo Santana and his wife, Patricia, still use
many of the recipes the father created. “We believe
in preparing great Mexican food made from scratch
and served at reasonable prices,” Leonardo said.
Among the restaurant’s notable specials is the Friday night Huachinango a la Jarocha, a
golden, crispy fresh snapper with a slightly spicy sour cream sauce. Another favorite is the
time-tested margarita, perfectly balanced sweet and tangy. A wide selection of high quality, moderately priced local wines is available. “Bring the children,” Patricia said. “Our son
Oliver loves the quesadilla. Yours will, too.” At 261 Center Street, Aptos.
Reds with Big, Intense Flavor
Tasting Room Open
Mon-Wed-Thu 12-6 • Fri-Sat 11-7
829 13th Street • Downtown Paso Robles
805-226-4005
www.PianettaWinery.com
Enjoy Wine Country
Comfort at Valley Harvest Inn
Whether you’re traveling through the Salinas Valley
on business or coming to visit the area’s numerous
wineries, tasting rooms, and attractions, you’ll enjoy
staying at the Valley Harvest Inn in Soledad. This
modern facility offers a variety of comfortable, wellfurnished accommodations. Guests enjoy wireless
Internet, a fitness room, outdoor swimming pool,
Jacuzzi, meeting facilities, and a friendly family-style restaurant that features many of the
area’s world-class wines. The Inn is also near the western entrance to Pinnacles National
Monument. It’s located at 1155 Front Street at the southern entrance to Soledad. Call
877-467-2244 for toll free reservations. 
Photo courtesy Faith Echtermeyer, courtesy of The Culinary Institute of America
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Hammond
S pecia l i z ing in
Chardonnay . Pinot Noir
Plus meats, cheese and a beautiful deck
655 River Road, Salinas
831-455-8173
Open Friday-Monday 11 to 5
www.hammondvineyards.com
Spring/Summer 2011
Experience
Elephants of Africa Rescue Society
E.A.R.S. Fundraiser, 11th Annual
Saturday, May 14
Wild Things/Vision Quest Ranch
831-455-2447
Chock Rock Vineyard invites you
to taste wines from our estate
and other unique vineyard sites
in Monterey County
Estate Pinot Noir
Chardonnay
Syrah
1 Del Fino Place
831.659.7625 (ROCK)
Open: Thurday-Monday 11:30-5:30
Santa Lucia Highlands Winegrowers
“Highlands Fling”
Saturday, May 14
Boekenoogen Winery & Vineyards,
River Road 831-659-4215
www.santaluciahighlands.com
Cooking For Solutions 2011
Friday-Sunday, May 20-22
Monterey Bay Aquarium
831-644-7561
www.montereybayaquarium.org
Monterey Rock & Rod Festival,
5th Annual
Monterey County Fairgrounds
831-649-0102
Paso Robles Annual Wine Festival
Downtown and participating wineries
800-549-9463 www.pasowine.com
Guglielmo “Bottle Your Own Wine” Day,
Cork Equity #32
Saturday, May 21
Morgan Hill 408-779-2145
www.guglielmowinery.com
Castroville Artichoke Festival,
52nd Annual
Saturday-Sunday, May 21-22
Castroville 831-633-2465
www.artichoke-festival.org
Mazda Raceway Motorsports Reunion
Ferrari Challenge
Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca, Monterey
800-327-7322 www.Laguna-Seca.com
San Juan Bautista Art & Crafts Festival
& Rib Cook Off
Friday-Saturday, May 20-21
Downtown 831-623-2454
sjbcc@sbcglobal.net
Santa Cruz Mountains Wine Express
Sunday, May 22
Roaring Camp, Felton
831-685-8463 www.scmwa.com
Morgan Hill Mushroom Mardi Gras,
32nd Annual
Saturday-Sunday, May 28-29
Downtown Morgan Hill 408-778-1786
www.mhmushroommardigras.com
MCVGA Winery Walk
Saturday, June 4
Paraiso Vineyards, Soledad
831-375-9400 www.montereywines.com
Santa Cruz Mountains
Vintners’ Festival
Western Side of the Mountains
Saturday-Sunday, June 4-5,
Eastern Side, June 11-12
Monterey Wine Festival & Chowder
Competition
Friday-Saturday, June 10-11
Monterey Hyatt & Custom House Plaza
800-422-0251 www.montereywine.com
Morgan Hill Mushroom Mardi Gras
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Carmel Valley Chamber of Commerce
Art & Wine Celebration, 7th Annual
Saturday, June 11
Carmel Valley Village 831-659-4000
www.carmelvalleychamber.com
Spring/Summer 2011
San Antonio Mission Fiesta
Featuring San Antonio Valley Wines
Sunday, June 12
831-385-4478 www.missionsanantonio.net
Château Julien Wine & Cigar Dinner
Friday, June 17
Carmel Valley
831-624-2600 www.chateaujulien.com
Marilyn Remark Lobster Feast
Saturday, June 25
River Road, Salinas
831-455-9310 www.remarkwines.com
Sarah’s Vineyard Spring Grill 2011 –
Carnivale!
Saturday, June 25
Gilroy 408-847-1947
www.sarahsvineyard.com
Continental Tire Sports Car Festival/
Grand Am Rolex Series
Friday-Saturday, July 8-9
Santa Cruz Mountains
Passport Weekend
Saturday, July 16
Participating wineries and restaurants.
The MCVGA Winemakers’ Celebration
Guglielmo “Bottle Your Own Wine” Day,
Cork Equity # 33
Saturday, August 6
MCVGA Winemaker’s Celebration,
19th Annual
Saturday, August 13
Barnyard Shopping Village, Carmel
831-375-9400 www.montereywines.org
Scotts Valley Art & Wine Festival,
12th Annual
Saturday-Sunday, August 13-14
Sky Park, Scotts Valley 831-438-1010
www.scottsvalleychamber.com
Red Bull US Grand Prix/
MotoGP World Championship
Friday-Sunday, July 22-24
Dine in Di-Vine
Tuesday-Friday, August 17-20
Château Julien Wine Estate
831-624-2600 www.chateaujulien.com
Moss Landing Antique Street Fair
Sunday, July 31
Moss Landing 831-633-4501
Concorso Italiano
Friday, August 19
Laguna Seca Golf Ranch
425-742-0632 www.concorso.com
Steinbeck Festival, 31st Annual
Thursday-Sunday, August 4-7
National Steinbeck Center, Salinas
831-775-4721
Monterey Motorsports Reunion,
38th Annual
Friday-Sunday, August 19-21
Mazda Raceway at Laguna Seca, Monterey
800-327-7322 www.laguna-seca.com
Guglielmo Winery Harvest Festival
& Grape Stomp, 20th Annual
Saturday, August 20
Monterey County Fair
Public Wine Tasting
Thursday, September 1
Monterey County Fairgrounds
831-372-5863
www.montereycountyfair.com
Our Tasting Room
is located at
45185 Arroyo Seco Road
Greenfield, CA 93927
Open Saturdays, Sundays and
most holidays from 12 to 5
831-674-5760
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This list provides a sample of lodging at a variety of locations. Many excellent
properties have not been included due to limitations of space. Those listed
below have received this magazine’s rating of “Highly Recommended.”
CaPTAIN’S INN AT MOSS LANDING
PACIFIC GARDENS INN in pacific grove
8122 Moss Landing Rd., PO Box 570, Moss Landing, CA 95039
831-633-5550 • www.captainsinn.com
701 Asilomar Boulevard, Pacific Grove, CA 93950
831-646-9414, 800-262-1566 • www.pacificgardensinn.com
10 nautically decorated rooms, Rates: $149-$265 includes full breakfast. Ask about offseason specials. Wonderful waterfront views and wildlife watching including birds and seals.
A unique feature of this fine inn is the boat bed sets. Sail away on a racing boat or rest
upon a wooden fishing vessel complete with wheelhouse. Historic building furnished in
antiques. Private baths, soaking tubs, oversized showers. Fireplaces, Queen/King pillow top
beds, feather pillows & robes. Walk to beaches, harbor, wetlands, music, art studios, shopping, and dining.
28 spacious view rooms, all non-smoking. True Bed & Breakfast. Rates $90-$220. Special rates
available. A short walk to magnificent Asilomar Beach and Pacific Ocean. Bike and walking paths,
jogging trails. Complimentary continental breakfast; wine & cheese in evenings. Rooms feature
refrigerators, popcorn poppers and popcorn, coffeemakers, telephones, cable TV. Most have fireplaces. Enjoy two outdoor Jacuzzis, wireless access, DVD library and player. Conference center with
board room atmosphere for up to 20 for meetings or parties. Free parking. Laundry facility. Pet
friendly. Named “Best Hotel in Pacific Grove.”
CHateau Coralini Retreat & Spa in Salinas
Tradewinds Carmel
100 River Road, Salinas, CA 93908 • 831-455-2100
www.chateaucoralini.com • info@chateaucoralini.com
Mission Street and Third Avenue, Carmel, CA 93921
831-624-2776, 800-624-6665 • www.tradewindscarmel.com
Nestled within the River Road Wine Trail, and just 9 miles from downtown Monterey, the
Hiram Corey house, built in 1891, and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, has
been gloriously revived as Chateau Coralini, an exclusive Inn and Spa & special event venue.
The 10 luxurious suites, including an 1100 square foot penthouse suite, offer guests a
comfortable & elegant environment. Experience and enjoy European organic beauty essentials in the soothing day spa sanctuary where you may come to relax, rejoice, and rejuvenate. Plan your next meeting, special event, corporate retreat, or wedding in the richly
appointed parlors, or the rustic wine cellar, and enjoy the gardens enhanced by a Victorian
gazebo & angelic fountains. Accommodation rates offered from $250, full breakfast is
included. Visit their website or call the Chateau for special multi-night discount packages.
Tradewinds, Carmel, the chic boutique hotel located in the heart of Carmel. Recognized in 2008 by
Coastal Living Magazine as one of the top 22 favorite hotels worldwide, the hotel was also featured
in Architectural Digest for its unique fusion of Asian and tropical design. Guests describe it as an
elegant oasis of calm in an intriguing “zen-like” atmosphere. Rooms feature Frette linen on beds,
with down comforters, pillows and feather bedding and kimono robes. An intimate hotel with 28
luxury rooms that serves as a perfect base to explore Carmel, Big Sur, Pebble Beach and Monterey.
Rates start at $250-$550 per night and include a signature expanded continental breakfast buffet.
Call for special promotions!
Valley Harvest Inn IN SOLEDAD
1155 Front Street, Soledad, CA 93960
831-678-3833 • 877-467-2244 • www.valleyharvestinn.com
LAUREL INN
801 W. Laurel Drive, Salinas, CA 93906
831-449-2474 • www.laurelinn.com
Centrally located in the heart of the Salinas Valley, this lovely, AAA approved 58-room motel
offers a variety of clean comfortable, well-furnished, moderately priced accommodations
and friendly service. Enjoy wireless Internet, a new fitness room, outdoor pool, jacuzzi,
meeting facilities, and a great family restaurant with wines from nearby wineries. Close to
nine tasting rooms.
145 beautifully appointed rooms. Rates: $64-$150. Just off Hwy 101 in Salinas. The Laurel
Inn & Conference Center provides a comfortable oasis that offers the amenities you expect
when traveling. Conveniently located between Central California’s wine region and the
beautiful Monterey Peninsula. Wireless Internet access, pool, sauna, in-room coffeemakers,
conference facilities.
VISION QUEST RANCH Safari Bed & Breakfast
831-455-1901, 800-228-7382 • www.visionquestranch.com
Monterey Dunes VACATION HOMES
407 Moss Landing Road, Moss Landing, CA 95039 (Rental office)
831-633-4883, 800-55-DUNES • www.montereydunes.com
African tent-styled bungalows creatively decorated and equipped with comfortable furniture
and bathroom facilities. Rates are from $195-$300 double occupancy. Special discounts are
available for those wishing to purchase VIP Tour or “Walk with the Animals” packages. An
overnight experience you’ll find nowhere else (other than Africa).
120 individually owned homes stretched out over a mile of beachfront on 125 acres of sand
dunes. 2, 3 and 4 bedroom homes, completely furnished. Some with hot tubs. Facilities
include tennis, basketball, bocce ball, sand volley ball courts, swimming pool, spa, saunas, hot
tub, and artificial putting green. Undisturbed beach as far as the eye can see. Weekend rates
(2 nights) for 2 bedroom homes range from $530 to $795 depending on season.
Occasionally there are homes for sale.
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Boekenoogen Winery in Carmel Valley Village
Wine portfolio: The tasting room in Carmel Valley Village features Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Syrah
from the estate vineyard in the Santa Lucia Highlands along with Syrah, Petite Sirah and Viognier
from the estate vineyard in Carmel Valley.
Directions: Take Carmel Valley Road east past Laureles Grade to the west entrance of Carmel Valley
Village. Located at 24 W. Carmel Valley Road just past Village Drive.
Hours: Daily 11-5.
Facilities: Friendly ranch-style interior with lovely garden patio. The tasting room and the winery are
both available for weddings, parties and group events by appointment. Also visit the winery tasting
room off River Road in the Santa Lucia Highlands.
Garrett and
Holly
Boekenoogen
24 W. Carmel Valley Road, Carmel, CA 93924
831-659-4215 | www.boekenoogenwines.com
Boëté Winery at Valley Hills
Unique features: The tasting room offers a warm and intimate atmosphere where you’ll enjoy fine wine
with members of the Saunders family.
Wine portfolio: Estate grown from the Saunders Vineyard, including Carmel Valley Cabernet
Sauvignon, their signature blend Cheval Rouge, and the newly released 2006 Cabernet Franc Reserve.
Directions: From Hwy. 1 in Carmel, go east on Carmel Valley Road 3.2 miles to Carmel Valley Hills
Center, just past Quail Lodge Resort.
Hours: Daily 12-5. Call for private and group tastings.
Sam, Dillon, Jesse
and Justin Saunders
7156 Carmel Valley Road, Carmel, CA 93924
831-625-5040 | Winery 659-7563 | www.boetewinery.com
Caraccioli Cellars in Downtown Carmel
Unique features: Caraccioli Cellars is located in the heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea and specializes in
premium sparkling and still wines from fruit grown exclusively in the Santa Lucia Highlands. You
may choose to sample the Brut Rosé with a decadent chocolate, indulge in the vibrant Pinot with
a deliciously paired cheese, or browse the extensive selection of wine related accessories and gifts.
Wine portfolio: 2006 Brut Cuvee, 2006 Brut Rosé, 2007 Chardonnay, 2008 Chardonnay, 2007
Pinot Noir.
Scott Caraccioli
Directions: From Hwy. 1 exit onto Ocean Avenue. Turn left at Dolores Street, Caraccioli Cellars
tasting room will be the 4th storefront on the left.
Hours: Daily.
Dolores btwn. Ocean and 7th, Carmel-by-the-Sea 93923
831-622-7722 | www.caracciolicellars.com
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Carmel Hills Winery at LyonsHead Gallery
Unique features: Taste the handcrafted wines of Carmel Hills Winery in the stunning environment of LyonsHead
Art Gallery. Sip wines indoors or on the inviting outdoor patio.
Wine portfolio: Includes the 2009 Pinot Noir that received a Gold Medal at the recent SF Chronicle Wine
Competition (the second year in a row for their Pinot to win Gold), along with Estate Chardonnay, a Cabernet/
Merlot blend, and a sensational Syrah.
Directions: From Monterey: Take Hwy. 1 to Carmel, exit on Carmel Valley Road, go east 12 miles to Pilot Road,
go left one block then right on Del Fino Place. From Salinas: West on Hwy 68 to Laureles Grade, over the hill to
Carmel Valley Road, left two miles to Pilot Road.
12 Del Fino Place, Carmel Valley, CA 93924
831-659-0750 | www.carmelhillswinery.com
Hours: Daily 12-5, closed Wednesdays.
Gary Stern
Château Julien Wine Estate in Carmel Valley
Unique features: Winery is now in its 29th year. Tasting room staff greets guests in the Great Hall
of the main Château. Relax in the elegant Vintner Salon.
Wine portfolio: Tasting room guests are poured limited production wines, available only at the
Wine Estate. They include Private Reserve Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Syrah and “Sur
Lie” Chardonnay, the proprietary blends Black Nova and La Conviviance, as well as Pinot Grigio
and Estate-grown Sangiovese.
Directions: Five miles east of Hwy. 1 on Carmel Valley Road.
Fina
Hours: Mon-Fri 8-5, Weekends 11-5. Tours daily by reservation.
Dominguez,
Melinda
Facilities: Picnic facilities in a Garden Courtyard. In the Château the Great Hall seats 60, the
Klescewski,
Conservatory seats 100, and the “Chai”
Shawn Bruce,
8940 Carmel Valley Road, Carmel, CA 93923
seats up to 200 among wine barrels.
Barrie McCleary
831-624-2600 | www.chateaujulien.com
Chock Rock in Carmel Valley Village
NEW!
Wine portfolio: Estate Pinot Noir, Chock Rock Vineyard; Pinot Noir, Monterey County; Chardonnay,
Santa Lucia Highlands and Syrah, Arroyo Seco and Chalone.
Dan Karlsen
Directions: From Hwy in Carmel, go west on Carmel Valley Road 11 miles to Del Fino Place in Carmel Valley
Village. Turn left, the tasting room is on the right.
Hours: 11:30-5:30, Thursday through Monday.
1 Del Fino Place, Carmel Valley Village, CA 93924
831-659-7625 (ROCK) | www.chockrockvineyard.com
Photo by Erin Perkins
Unique features: Chock Rock Vineyard was established in 2006 by veteran winemaker Dan Karlsen and his
wife, Kathleen. Chock Rock Vineyard produces wine from their estate vineyard and from other unique
vineyards in Monterey County. The wines of Chock Rock are handcrafted at the estate micro-winery
secluded high in the Santa Lucia Mountains at the farthest reaches of the Carmel Valley. Great fruit from
unique sites coupled with 30 years of winemaking experience ensure quality. The Karlsen Family invites
you to visit and sample their wines.
Cima Collina in Downtown Carmel
Unique features: This warm, inviting tasting room in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea offers the opportunity
to enjoy award-winning, artisan wines produced from small Monterey County vineyards. On the fourth
Friday of every month, Manager Jane Beery presents “Five Pinot Fridays,” and offers tasting of the winery’s
vineyard-designated Pinot Noir from a variety of vineyards and vintages.
Wine portfolio: Specializing in small-lot, handcrafted wines from Monterey County, including Tondré
Grapefield Pinot Noir, Chula Viña Vineyard Pinot Noir, Hilltop Ranch Estate Pinot Noir, Meritage, and
brand new Tondré Grapefield Riesling.
Jane Beery
Directions: From Hwy. 1, take Ocean Avenue into downtown Carmel, turn left on San Carlos, the Paseo
Courtyard is on the right.
Hours: 11-6, Thursday through Monday.
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Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921
831-620-0645 | www.cimacollina.com
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Unique features: Located in the heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea, the Figge Tasting Bar inside the Winfield
Gallery is a celebration of art and wine. Visitors will enjoy a one-of-a-kind tasting experience that
touches all five senses.
Wine portfolio: Offering five wines of distinctive character; crisp, pure, unexpected: two Chardonnays,
two Pinot Noirs and one Syrah, each made by hand from individual local vineyards.
Directions: From Hwy 1 take Ocean downtown, turn left on Dolores. The Winfield Gallery in on the left
at mid block.
Hours: Tasting bar open Wed-Sun 2-7.
Winfield Gallery on Dolores btwn. Ocean and 7th
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921
831-624-3369 | www.figgecellars.com
Chris Winfield
and Peter Figge
Joullian Vineyards in Carmel Valley Village
Unique features: Tasting room located in Carmel Valley’s “Joseph DeMaria” building of European-stone design.
Wine portfolio: Carmel Valley estate-produced Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Carmel Valley’s
only Zinfandel, cool-climate Monterey Chardonnay and single vineyard Chardonnays and Zinfandel Rosé.
Directions: Take Carmel Valley Road east past Laureles Grade to the west entrance of Carmel Valley Village.
Take your first right onto Village Drive. Tasting room is on the left, 1/2 block south of Carmel Valley Road.
Additional parking in rear of building.
Deborah
Monnastes
Hours: Daily 11-5.
Facilities: Picnic and event
facilities available at the
winery by appointment.
2 Village Drive, Suite A, Carmel Valley, CA 93924
831-659-8100 | toll free 866-659-8101 | www.joullian.com
Joyce Vineyards in Carmel Valley Village NEW!
Unique features: Enjoy a selection of 12 hand-crafted wines available for tasting or by the glass/bottle
purchase. Small wine bites and pairings are also offered along with art in this urban contemporary tasting
room/lounge.
Wine portfolio: Featuring estate grown Pinot Noir, Syrah, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon from Carmel
Valley. Also showing two Chardonnays, two Pinot Noirs, Syrah, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and late
harvest Chardonnay from the Santa Lucia Highlands AVA and Monterey County.
Russell, Teresa, Frank and Michael Joyce
Directions: From Monterey: Take Hwy 1 south, turn east on Carmel Valley Road, go for 12 miles into
Carmel Valley Village. Tasting room will be on the right at the end of the village, several doors down from
Parsonage tasting room and directly across from The Running Iron. From Salinas: Take Hwy 101, go west on
Hwy 68, turn left on Laureles Grade, left on Carmel Valley
19 East Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel Valley, CA 93924
Road for 2.5 miles into the village.
831-659-2885 | www.joycevineyards.com
Hours: Jan-May: Fri-Sun 11:30-6; Jun-Aug: Tue-Sun 11:30-6.
Parsonage Winery & Gallery in the Village
Unique features: The Parsonage Art Gallery presents the exquisite art quilts of celebrated fabric artist Mary Ellen Parsons who, with her husband Bill, owns Parsonage Estate. Images of her quilts
make up the labels on all Parsonage wines. Giclee reproductions of the quilts and label images are
available for sale.
Wine portfolio: Parsonage is known for its legendary Estate wine “the world’s yummiest Syrah!!”
Also served are Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot and the Snosrap (Parsons
spelled backward) Cyrano series of Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Bordeaux-style
red wine blends.
Frank Melicia, Brooke Parsons Moranda,
Barbara Wheeler
Directions: From Hwy 1, go east 12 miles into Carmel Valley Village. Turn in to the tasting room just
past Village Fish House.
19 East Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel Valley, CA 93924
831-659-2215 | www.parsonagewines.com
Hours: Daily 11-5.
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Taste Morgan in the Crossroads Shopping Village
Wine portfolio: Featuring Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah and Pinot Gris assembled from top Santa
Lucia Highlands properties including Morgan’s home estate, the organically farmed Double L
Vineyard. Also showing Sauvignon Blanc, Metallico “Un-Oaked” Chardonnay, Cotes du Crow’s
(red Rhone-blend) and Syrah from other Monterey district growers. Tasting room guests are
offered samples of eclectic varietals and blends from Morgan Winery’s sister label – Lee Family
Farm.
Directions: Located in The Crossroads Carmel, Rio Road at Highway One.
Hours: Daily 11-6
Special Events: Fromage Fridays (wine &
cheese pairings) 3-5, Library Sundays 2-5,
check MorganWinery.com for special events.
204 Crossroads Blvd., Carmel, CA 93923
831-626-3700 | www.morganwinery.com
Deborah
Canepa
Talbott Vineyards in Carmel Valley Village
Wine portfolio: Talbott Sleepy Hollow Pinot Noir, Talbott Sleepy Hollow Chardonnay, Cuveé
Carlotta Chardonnay, Cuveé Sarah Case Pinot Noir, Kali-Hart Chardonnay, Kali-Hart Pinot
Noir, Logan Pinot Noir, Logan Chardonnay, Cuveé Audrey Chardonnay, Diamond T
Chardonnay, Diamond T Pinot Noir and Cuveé RFT Pinot Noir.
Directions: East on Carmel Valley Road, 11 miles. Located on the corner of Carmel Valley Road
and Pilot Road.
Hours: Daily 11-5.
Bret Sawyer
Facilities: Small patio area and indoor seating. Picnics welcome!
Special events: Limited group events, private rental, and Wine Club events.
53 W. Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel Valley, CA 93924
831-659-3500 | www.talbottvineyards.com
Tudor Wines at Andre’s Bouchée, Carmel
NEW!
Unique features: Winemaker Dan Tudor has initiated a personalized wine tasting service within
Andre’s Bouchée, the dazzling French restaurant in downtown Carmel. In collaboration with Chef
Andre Lemaire, Tudor has made the restaurant the official tasting site of his four superb Pinot
Noirs.
Wine portfolio: Tudor will personally pour all four of his award-winning 2006 Pinot Noirs by taste
for $10 per person. These are the wines that received scores of 90 points or more from Wine
Spectator, and come from Balo Vineyard, the Santa Lucia Highlands, and Anderson Valley.
Dan Tudor
Directions: From Hwy 1 exit onto Ocean Avenue. Turn left on Mission. Andre’s Bouchée is on the
right.
Hours: Tudor wine service is Wed-Sun 12-5.
In Andre’s Bouchée
Mission, south of Ocean, Carmel, CA 93921
831-224-2116 | www.Tudorwines.com
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Alfaro Family Vineyards in Corralitos
Unique features: Since 1998 – located in Corralitos – at the southern end of the Santa Cruz Mountains
appellation, Alfaro Family Vineyards is a 75 acre labor of love. Join them in the tasting room, or bring a
picnic to enjoy with a bottle of wine on the deck overlooking hillside vineyards. Alfaro Family
Vineyards produces estate grown and bottled wines. Also, one of the only wineries in California with
Gruner Veltliner plantings, so stay tuned for this wine in the future!
Wine portfolio: Estate grown and bottled award-winning Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah and Merlot.
Directions: From Highway 1, take the Freedom Blvd exit. Continue 4 miles, turning left onto Hames Rd.
At the next stop sign turn right onto Pleasant Valley Rd for 1 block, then jog back onto Hames Rd.
They are at the top of the hill on the left.
420 Hames Road, Corralitos, CA 95076
831-761-1174 | www.alfarowine.com
Hours: Open Saturdays 12-5
Richard and Mary Kay Alfaro
Nicholson Vineyards in Corralitos
Marguerite
and Brian
Nicholson
Unique features: The winery produces limited releases of noted varietals from specific vineyards in Santa
Cruz, North Monterey and Amador Counties. A limited release extra virgin olive oil from the estate
grove is also produced annually. Adjacent to the winery is the Oak Grove picnic area, which is available
for guests to enjoy.
Wine portfolio: Estate Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, Viognier, Syrah, Grenache, Cabernet Sauvignon,
Sangiovese and Zinfandel. The NV wine club encourages members to select their favorite wines for their
quarterly shipments.
Directions: From Hwy 1, exit Freedom Blvd and travel east for approximately 4 miles. Turn left on Hames
Road and left on Pleasant Valley Road. Travel to the end of the valley and driveway is on the right, just
past Light Springs Rd.
2800 Pleasant Valley Road, Aptos, CA 95003
831-724-7071 | www.nicholsonvineyards.com
Hours: Saturdays 12-5 (please call to confirm).
Pleasant Valley Vineyards in Corralitos
Unique features: At the Southern entrance to the Santa Cruz Mountain’s appellation, the family estate vineyards are
nestled in its own private enclave surrounding a cathedral grove of coastal redwoods.
Wine portfolio: Estate Dylan David Reserve Pinot Noir and Brittany Morgan Reserve Chardonnay; Paso Robles Hansen
Vineyards Viognier; Sonoma Coast, Dry Creek, Mazzacco Vineyards, Zinfandel and Wilson Vineyards, Rock Pile Merlot;
Santa Cruz Mountain’s Cabernet Sauvignon; and Lester Family Vineyards Syrah and Pinot Noirs.
Directions: Hwy 1 to Aptos exit Freedom Blvd. South 3.9 mile left onto Pleasant Valley Road. The gate is 1/2 mile on your left.
Hours: January through March 12-4 every third Saturday and April through September open every Saturday 12-5, all other
times by appointment.
Special events: Limited group events, Exclusive
Wine Club events and open for Santa Cruz
Mountain’s Passport and Vintner’s Festival.
600 Pleasant Valley Road, Aptos, CA 95003
831-728-2826 | www.pvvines.com | info@pvvines.com
Cathy and Craig
Handley
Windy Oaks Winery in Corralitos
Unique features: 14-acre estate vineyard located on a ridge overlooking the Monterey Bay, under ancient California
oak trees; in the winery, state-of-the-art Italian bottling line, French oak fermentation tanks; exclusive, specially
selected French oak aging barrels. All wines are estate grown, produced and bottled.
Wine portfolio: Special Burgundian Clone Pinot Noir, Proprietor’s Reserve Pinot Noir, Wood Tank fermented Pinot
Noir, 100% Wild Yeast fermented Pinot Noir, 100% Whole Cluster fermented Pinot Noir, Diane’s Block Pinot Noir,
Henry’s Block Pinot Noir, Cuvée Pinot Noir, Terra Narro Pinot Noir; and ‘One-Acre’ Chardonnay.
Directions: Follow the specific directions on the website. One hour north of Monterey, one hour south of the San Jose Airport,
one-half hour southeast of Santa Cruz, and one-half hour west of Gilroy, in the mountains between 101 and the ocean.
Hours: Saturdays, 12-5, all other times by appointment.
Judy and Jim Schultze
550 Hazel Dell Road, Corralitos, CA 95076
831-786-9463 | www.windyoaksestate.com
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Facilities: Picnic tables and chairs on the vineyard ridge overlooking the Monterey Bay, with wine available for purchase in
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Baywood Cellars on Cannery Row
Unique features: Located on historic Cannery Row, next to the ocean.
Wine portfolio: Monterey Chardonnay, Monterey Gewürztraminer, Symphony, Symphony Late
Harvest, Central Coast Pinot Noir Grand Reserve, Monterey Syrah Grand Reserve, Monterey Merlot
Vineyard, Paso Robles Zinfandel, Tempranillo, Cotta Vineyard Port, Malbec Paso Robles, Cabernet
Franc, Sangiovese.
Directions: Located on Cannery Row across from the Monterey Plaza Hotel.
Hours: Daily 1-6.
The Cotta family:
John Jr., John Sr.,
Alice and Georgianna
381Cannery Row, Suite C, Monterey, CA 93940
831-645-9035 | www.baywood-cellars.com
Pierce Ranch Vineyards
Unique features: The tasting room is located in a charming cottage just above Cannery Row. Pierce
Ranch Vineyards specializes in small-production, estate-grown wines with an emphasis on Spanish and
Portuguese varietals.
Wine portfolio: Albariño, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah, Tempranillo, Tinto Cão, Touriga, Verdelho,
Cosecheiro, the newly released Graciano, Vinho Dolce, a new Zinfandel, and a selection of Iberian and
Rhone blends.
Directions: Located one block up from Cannery Row, on the corner of Wave and McClellan, right next to
the Antique Mall.
499 Wave Street, Monterey, CA 93940
831-372-8900 | www.piercevineyards.com
Hours: Thu-Sat 12-8; Sun-Mon 12-6:30;
and Tue-Wed 1-6:30. Call for winter hours.
Scheid Vineyards - Cannery Row
Unique features: Coffered ceilings, recycled hickory floors and a rustic stone fireplace provide a delightful
atmosphere to enjoy award-winning wines.
Wine portfolio: Monterey Chardonnay, Merlot, Claret, Gewürztraminer, Pinot Noir, White Riesling,
Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Odd Lot White, Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris,
Pinot Blanc, Rosé, Petite Sirah and four reserve wines, also Cabernet/Syrah. Isabelle Sparkling Wine and
Single Clone 667 Pinot Noir.
Directions: Located on historic Cannery Row, across from the InterContinental Hotel and just one block
south of the Monterey Bay Aquarium.
Hours: Sun.-Thu. 12-7; Fri.-Sat. 12-8.
Facilities: Selection of educational classes, such as a
Hands-On Blending Workshop. Private dinners and
events for up to 100 people.
751 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA 93940
831-656-WINE (9463)
www.scheidvineyards.com
Rafael Perez
and
Dave Black
Ventana Vineyards - Monterey
Wine portfolio: Ventana Vineyards Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Tempranillo, Riesling,
Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Gewürztraminer, Pinot Noir, Dry Rosado, Rubystone, Pinot Gris,
Due Amici, Grenache, Orange Muscat, Le Mistral Rhone-style red and Pastiche Chardonnay and
Cabernet Sauvignon.
Directions: Three miles from downtown Monterey. Just minutes from Monterey Airport in the Old
Stone House building, on Hwy 68.
Hours: Daily 11-5; Summer hours (June-Sept) 11-6.
Barbara Pluth
Facilities: Picnic tables on the patio among the pine trees and colorful flowers. Gift shop with winerelated merchandise.
2999 Monterey-Salinas Highway, Monterey, CA 93940
831-372-7415, ext. 0 | www.ventanawines.com
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The Haute Enchilada Café in Moss Landing
Unique features: Offering wines for tasting and purchase, and a menu emphasizing only the highest
quality locally grown produce, sustainable seafood and free-range beef and poultry. Now serving
dinner every night. Full bar.
Wine portfolio: Their wine inventory includes local, California and imported wines, ports, plus
dessert and sparkling wines.
Directions: Just off Hwy 1 on Moss Landing Road. Look for the bright red fence.
Hours: Mon-Fri 10-8; Sat-Sun 8-8.
Facilities: Indoor and outdoor seating. Banquet room available. Check their website for special
winemaker events.
Kim Solano
7902 Moss Landing Road, Moss Landing, CA 95039
831-633-5843 | www.hauteenchilada.com
Whole Enchilada Marketplace in Moss Landing
Unique features: In addition to wines for tasting and purchase, they offer other spirits and a variety of the
finest tequilas. Also, fresh produce, specialty deli sandwiches, general grocery, gift items and party trays.
Wine portfolio: Offering a selection of Monterey, Santa Cruz and other local premium California wines and
other specially selected wines.
Directions: On Highway 1 just south of the Whole Enchilada Restaurant. Look for the many classic fishing
boats and sailboats.
Ray Retez
Hours: Daily 7-7; Tasting Room hours Fri-Sat, 4-7.
Facilities: Free wine tasting on
Friday nights with wine reps in
attendance.
7990-A Highway 1, Moss Landing, CA 95039
831-632-BOAT (2628) | fax 831-632-CRAB (2722)
Local, Award-Winning
Tequila Don Elias
Awards and Recognitions in 2010:
Tequila Don Elias Blanco
Gold medal winner in San Francisco World Spirits Competition
and Platinum medal winner in the Monterey Tequila Expo
Tequila Don Elias Reposado
Platinum medal winner in the Monterey Tequila Expo
Tequila Don Elias Añejo
Silver medal winner in the Monterey Tequila Expo
Tequila Don Elias Extra Añejo
Bronze medal winner in San Francisco
World Spirits Competition,
Gold medal winner in the Monterey Tequila Expo and
90 points by Editor-in-Chief Anthony Dias Blue
(The Tasting Panel Magazine, Dec. 2010).
Happy Boy Distributors, Inc.
P.O. Box 7627, Spreckels, CA 93962
877-753-8999 | www.TequilaDonElias.com
Available at: Costco (Salinas and Gilroy), Save Mart (Salinas and Pacific Grove), Star Market, Zeph’s One Stop, Magañas Meat Market, Quality Liquors, Santa Cruz Market, Bozzo’s Liquor,
Lopez Taqueria, Marina Liquors,Ord Terrace Liquor, Lee’s Video, beveragewarehouse.com, ramirezliquor.com. For a list of complete locations, please check www.tequiladonelias.com.
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Eos Estate Winery
Unique features: For the ultimate Paso feel come visit their spacious tasting room, equipped with
a friendly personable staff, indoor and outdoor picnic grounds, and outstanding wines.
Wine portfolio: Specializing in Petite Sirahs and Zinfandels, offering something for everyone. For
sweet wine fans, Muscat Canelli, Late Harvest Moscato, White Cabernet and Zin Port. For the
wine connoiseur, Pinot Blanc, Chardonnay, Rhone blends, Bordeaux blends, Cabernet
Sauvignon, Syrah, Petite Sirah, Zinfandel, and a few others.
Directions: From Hwy 101, take Hwy 46 East to Airport Road and turn left (about 2 miles from
Hwy 101). Turn at the first right and you are at Eos Estate Winery’s new tasting room!
Hours: Daily 10-5.
The Eos Staff
2300 Airport Road, Paso Robles, CA 93446
800-249-9463 | 805-591-8050 | www.eosvintage.com
J. Lohr Paso Robles Wine Center
Unique features: Visit the J. Lohr Paso Robles Wine Center to enjoy complimentary tasting and
beautiful vineyard views. Voted Wine Enthusiast magazine’s 2010 American Winery of the Year award.
A 3-acre, state-of-the-art, 756 kilowatt solar photovoltaic (PV) tracking system designed to offset
75% of the winery’s Paso Robles energy usage. Six complimentary tastings.
Wine portfolio: Respecting nature, nurturing balance. Outstanding varietal wines from the J. Lohr signature series. Wines are produced from J. Lohr’s vineyards (more than 3000 acres) in Monterey
County and Paso Robles. Enjoy beautiful views while tasting delicious J. Lohr signature series as well
as J. Lohr Gesture wines. Wine accessories and stylish apparel available.
Directions: From 101 take Hwy 46 east toward Fresno. Turn left on Airport Road. Travel 3.4 miles.
From Hwy 5 travel west on Hwy 46 toward 101. Turn right on Airport Road. Travel 3.2 miles.
Hours: Daily 10-5.
6169 Airport Road, Paso Robles, CA 93446
805-239-8900 | www.jlohr.com
Pianetta Winery in Paso Robles
Unique features: The southern-most vineyard and winery in Monterey County offers wine tasting in this
historic Granger Building in downtown Paso Robles.
Wine portfolio: Pianetta produces award-winning Artisan premium red wines including Cabernet
Sauvignon, Syrah, Sangiovese, and Bilancio, its signature blend of Syrah and Cabernet that was named
“Best in Show” at the 2008 Monterey County Fair. Also featured are the newly released Tuscan Nights, a
blend of Cabernet, Sangiovese and Petite Syrah and Nonna’s Vina Rosato, a distinctive rosé-style wine.
Directions: In Paso Robles, take the 16th Street exit from Hwy 101, turn left on Riverside, turn right at
13th Street. The tasting room is on the right.
829 13th Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446
805-226-4005 | www.pianettawinery.com
Hours: Sun, Mon, Wed, Thu 12-6;
Fri & Sat 11-7
John Pianetta and daughter Caitlin
Pomar Junction Vineyard & Winery
Unique features: Visitors to these scenic vineyards are treated to a farmhouse tasting room and an historic cupola
caboose and boxcar. Feel free to bring a picnic to enjoy on the patio overlooking the vineyard.
Wine portfolio: Pomar Junction estate wines are bottled from the finest blocks grown on the Merrill Family’s
vineyards and include Viognier, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Pinot Noir. The Canvas Series wines,
Chardonnay, Syrah and a Cab/Zin blend, are made from select blocks from the finest vineyards on the Central
Coast. The Canvas Series labels are a showcase of original art by local artists.
Marie Roth
and Greer
Woodruff
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Directions: From 101, exit Vineyard Drive head east. Vineyard Drive becomes El Pomar Drive. Continue 6 miles.
Turn right on South El Pomar Road. Tasting room is
on the right.
5036 El Pomar Drive, Templeton, CA 93465
Hours: Daily 11-5 and by appointment.
805-238-9940 | www.pomarjunction.com
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NEW!
Unique features: Now fans of Boekenoogen wines can enjoy tastings at the winery in the vineyards
above River Road in the Salinas Valley. This pastoral setting will be open weekends during the summer
and provides a second venue in addition to the charming tasting room in Carmel Valley Village which
is open daily.
Wine portfolio: Sip tastes of the Boekenoogen’s Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Syrah right where these
Garrett and
Holly
acclaimed grapes are grown, along with the Syrah, Petite Sirah and Viognier from the family’s other
Boekenoogen
estate in Carmel Valley.
Directions: From Hwy 68 near Salinas, go south on River Road approximately 18 miles, or, from Hwy
101 in Gonzales, take Gonzales River Road west 2.5 miles and turn left onto River Road, continue 3
miles to Fairview Road, turn right and go up the hill to
33520 Fairview Road near Soledad, CA 93960
the winery.
831-659-4215 | www.boekenoogenwines.com
Hours: Sat-Sun 12-4:30.
NEW!
Element Restaurant & Wine Bar on River Road
Unique features: The only restaurant on River Road. An intimate atmosphere with award-winning wines and
great food. The gift shop offers a unique selection of wine paraphernalia. Enjoy their outdoor seating. Grab a
bite and enjoy the local buzz!
Wine portfolio: Element wines: Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, plus many other award winning
Addamo red and white wines and selected local Monterey County wines.
Directions: From Hwy. 68, go south on River Road 3.2 miles to the Buena Vista parking lot, across form
Indian Springs Ranch.
Jim Armstrong
and Misty
Rimassa
Hours: Tue-Sun 11:30-9.
Facilities: Restaurant, wine bar, gift shop,
outdoor patio seating, catering, picnic
take-out, room for special events.
275 River Road, Suite E, Salinas, CA 93908
831-998-7045 | www.elementtastingbarandbistro.com
Hahn Family Wines in Soledad
Unique features: The gracious tasting room and large deck provide a scenic view of the Salinas River farmland
from an elevation of 900 feet.
Wine portfolio: Featuring Reserve Hahn Estate SLH Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah and Pinot Gris from the
Santa Lucia Highlands, along with the award-winning portfolio of Hahn Chardonnay, Reserve Pinot Gris,
Merlot, Reserve Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Pinot Noir, Meritage, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah, Malbec,
Grenache and Smith & Hook Grand Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, plus the Lucienne Pinot Noirs and
Huntington varietals.
Directions: Near Soledad, from Hwy 101, take Exit 301 (Arroyo Seco Rd.), follow to Fort Romie Road. Turn
right and go 4/5 mile to Colony Rd. Turn left. Colony ends into Foothill Rd. Turn right. Entrance on the left.
Hours: Mon-Fri 11-4. Sat-Sun 11-5. Tours by appointment.
Facilities: Enlarged deck for picnics plus event center with grass
area, oak grove and deck with BBQ for weddings, company
events, family gatherings.
37700 Foothill Road, Soledad, CA 93960
831-678-4555 | www.hahnestates.com
Chef Brian
Overhauser
Hammond Vineyards on River Road
Unique features: Owner and award-winning winemaker Reggie Hammond has opened his boutique tasting
room to share his passion about wine with all visitors. He will lead tasters on a journey of varietals from around
the world, making for an unforgettable tasting experience. Tasting room features a large deck and meats and
cheeses. Tasting room also available for private parties.
Wine portfolio: Specializing in Chardonnay and Pinot Noir with very limited releases of Cabernet
Sauvignon, Syrah and Grenache.
Reggie
Hammond
Directions: From Hwy 68, go south on River Road six miles. Winery is on the left, just after Marilyn Remark
Winery entrance.
Hours: Fri-Mon 11-5.
831-455-8173 | www.hammondvineyards.com
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Manzoni Estate Vineyard on River Road
Unique features: In 1999, after farming in the Salinas Valley for three generations, the Manzoni family converted six
acres of vine rootstock at the base of the Santa Lucia Highlands into Pinot Noir grapes. The tasting room is located in
the center of this picturesque vineyard.
Wine portfolio: Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Estate Pinot Noir and Syrah and Bella Vino Port.
Directions: From Hwy 68 near Salinas, take River Road south 16 miles, or, from Hwy. 101 in Gonzales, take first
Gonzales exit from either direction, go into Gonzales, turn west onto Gonzales River Road at the Valero gas
station, go approximately 2.5 miles, cross bridge, turn left
on River Road and continue one mile.
831-675-3398 | www.manzoniwines.com
Hours: Fri, Sat & Sun 11-5.
Michael, Gwen, Sabrina
and Mark Manzoni
Marilyn Remark Winery on River Road
Unique features: Award-winning winemaker Joel Burnstein’s Rhone-style project. Ultra-limited, artisan
releases — 2,000 cases total production. Joel, Marilyn, Snead and Hogan invite you to join them for a very
personal wine tasting experience.
Wine portfolio: Wild Horse Road Vineyard Grenache, Syrah, Roussanne, Marsanne, Petite Sirah, Dry Rosé,
Viognier, Late Harvest Viognier; and Los Ositos Vineyard Grenache. GSP Red Rhone blend and VMR
White Rhone blend.
Marilyn
Remark
& Joel
Burnstein
Directions: From Hwy. 68, go south on River Road six miles. Winery is on the left.
Hours: Sat-Sun 11-5.
Special Events: Check the website for upcoming
events.
831-455-9310 | www.remarkwines.com
Paraiso Vineyards on River Road
Unique features: Paraiso’s limited release wines are among the most awarded in the state, eagerly sought after
by collectors across the country. The Smith family, Monterey’s winegrowing pioneers, invite you to visit their
beautiful estate in the Santa Lucia Highlands. From its hillside perch, their warm, welcoming Tasting Room
offers breathtaking views, cordial hospitality, and the Central Coast’s best vintages.
Wine portfolio: Paraiso Vineyards Riesling, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Syrah and Port. Reserve Wines “West
Terrace” Pinot Noir, “Wedding Hill” Syrah, “Eagle’s Perch” Chardonnay and Irie Zinfandel.
Directions: Take Arroyo Seco exit off Hwy. 101. Follow signs to Paraiso. From Hwy. 68 take River Road to
Foothill Road. Located on the corner of Foothill and Paraiso Springs Road.
Jennifer
Murphy-Smith
Hours: Mon-Fri 11-4, Weekends 11-5
Special events: Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy
our beautiful fountain and gazebo, while overlooking the vineyards.
38060 Paraiso Springs Road, Soledad, CA 93960
831-678-0300 | www.paraisovineyards.com
Pessagno Winery on River Road
Unique features: Pessagno Winery fulfills a 20-year dream of winemaker Stephen Pessagno to produce limited
quantities of exclusive luxury wines from prestigious single vineyards throughout Monterey and San Benito
Counties. The winery and tasting room are located on the passageway that winds through the Santa Lucia
Highlands Appellation.
Steve
Pessagno
Wine portfolio: Pessagno Winery offers 14 wines for tasting, including current releases, reserve wines and vineyard designated varietals: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Zinfandel, and dry styled Riesling and a lush vintage
Port.
Directions: From Hwy 68, take River Road south for 16 miles, entrance on left side of road. From Hwy 101,
take the Gonzales exit and follow Alta Street to Gonzales River, turn west and go 4 miles.
Hours: Mon-Thu 11-4, Fri-Sun 11-5.
831-675-9463 | www.pessagnowines.com
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Ray Franscioni Wines on River Road
Unique features: The tasting room is located within the newly constructed winery and barrel room
in the famed Santa Lucia Highlands Appellation. This charming pastoral setting is surrounded by
vineyards and nestled near the original Silvio Franscioni home. Tasting room is available for private parties, weddings, and business affairs.
Wine portfolio: Santa Lucia Highlands Burgundian Varietals: Puma Road Estate Pinot Noir,
Chardonnay and Pinot Gris, plus Bordeaux Varietals from Paicines: Pedregal Cabernet Sauvignon,
Merlot and Chache, a Cabernet/Merlot blend. Also just released, a Lilia Late Harvest Riesling.
Directions: From Hwy 68 near Salinas, take River Road south 17 miles. From hwy 101 in Gonzales,
Ray Franscioni & daughter Teresa
take 1st Gonzales exit from either direction, go into Gonzales, turn left on Gonzales River Road,
go approx. 2.5 miles, cross bridge, turn left on River Road,
continue 2 miles. Tasting room is on the left.
831-675-3548 | Office 831-455-1096 | smdvineyards@aol.com
Hours: Available for special events only.
Scheid Vineyards - Greenfield
Unique features: Tasting room is in a 100-year-old restored barn. Demonstration vineyard, bocce ball court
and observation deck with far-reaching views.
Wine portfolio: Monterey Chardonnay, Merlot, Claret, Gewürztraminer, Pinot Noir, White Riesling,
Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Odd Lot White and Red, Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc, Rosé,
Petite Sirah, Grenache Muscat Canelli, Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc and four reserve wines, also
Cabernet/Syrah, Isabelle Sparkling Wine and Single Clone 667 Pinot Noir.
Sara
Moncrief
Directions: Located 4 miles south of Greenfield, just off of Highway 101 at Hobson Ave. Look for the
American flag.
Hours: Daily 11-5.
1972 Hobson Ave., Greenfield, CA 93927
831-386-0316 | www.scheidvineyards.com
Facilities: Vineyard Pavilion and Reserve Barrel
Room available for weddings, quinceaneras, private
dinners and other special events for 10 to 200 people.
Sycamore Cellars Winery in Greenfield
Unique features: This family owned and operated estate vineyards, winery and tasting room are located in the
upper Arroyo Seco appellation of Monterey County. The estate is nestled within the spectacular Santa Lucia
Mountains alongside the beautiful Arroyo Seco River. Come visit and enjoy the beauty of the Arroyo Seco,
while picnicking and enjoying the picturesque view from their quaint tasting room.
Wine portfolio: Wines now being produced include, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Petite Sirah, Sangiovese, Grenache,
Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Rhone Blends and a Red Wine Blend.
Cyndi
Tavernetti
Directions: From 101 North: Take Hwy 101 South past Soledad .9 miles. Take the Arroyo Seco Road Exit (Exit
#301) .2 miles. Merge left onto Arroyo Seco Road 13.7 miles. From 101 South: Take Hwy 101 South Turn left
onto Central Avenue 7.2 miles. Turn left onto
45185 Arroyo Seco Road, Greenfield, CA 93927
Elm Avenue/CR-G16 4.4 miles.
Hours: Sat-Sun 12-5 and most holidays.
831-674-5760 | www.thesycamorecellars.com
Ventana Vineyards - Soledad
Unique features: The second Ventana tasting room is located at the estate in the Arroyo Seco AVA
in Soledad offers a vineyard view while sampling an assortment of award-winning wines. The rustic tasting room bar is nestled inside this working winery, offering the senses the aromas, sounds and excitement
of wines in production.
Wine portfolio: Ventana Vineyards Estate Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Gewürtraminer, Pinot
Gris, Dry Rosado, Pinot Noir, Grenache, Rubystone, Due Amici, Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon,
Orange Musca, Le Mistral Rhone-style Red and Pastiche Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon.
Mark Kraul
Directions: From Hwy 101 take the Arroyo Seco Road exit in Soledad, follow Arroyo Seco Road, turn left
onto Los Coches Road. The winery tasting room
38740 Los Coches Road, Soledad, CA 93960
is about 1 mile down the road on the right side.
831-678-2900 | www.ventanawines.com
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Wrath
Unique features: Select Wrath wines are available for tasting without an appointment. Several tasting
flights are offered with the tasting fee complimentary upon purchase. Wine by the glass is also available to
enjoy on the sunny patio.
Wine portfolio: A varying selection of two Wrath wines are available for tasting daily as well as customized
food and wine pairings and winery tours, which require advance notice; applicable tasting fees apply (see
website for details). A flight of San Saba wines is also available for tasting (tasting fee waived with
purchase).
Directions: Located at the River Road and Foothill Road intersection. Enter on Foothill. Also visit the new
tasting room in Carmel Plaza in downtown Carmel.
Hours: Thu-Mon 11-5 and by appointment.
Christopher
Whaley
35801 Foothill Rd., Soledad, CA 93960
831-678-2212 | www.wrathwines.com
Zeph’s in Salinas
Unique features: Under one roof is an excellent lifestyle oriented selection of fine wines, high-end spirits, and
beers from around the world. The wine bar is open nightly and offers 24 wines by the glass while providing a
warm, at-home atmosphere. Services include party hosting, special ordering, and shipping of wine, beer and spirits.
Wine portfolio: Offering a significant selection of wines from around the world including many locally produced
vintages. Large stock of rare beers and old favorites. Winemaker tastings on third Thursday each month.
Directions: Located on Hwy. 68 just west of Blanco and S. Main St. intersection in Salinas.
Hours: Daily 8 am-9 pm. Wine bar open nightly.
Special events: Patio available for private
parties and corporate events for groups of
five to 50.
1366 S. Main St., Salinas, CA 93901
831-757-3947 | Zephs@redshift.com | www.zephs.com
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DeRose Vineyards on Cienega Road
Unique features: Located in Cienega Valley, south of Hollister at the eastern base of the Gabilan Moun
tains, on the San Andreas fault line. 100-year-old vines, unfined and unfiltered wines from all estate grapes.
Wine portfolio: Cabernet Franc, Continental Cabernet, Chardonnay, Negrette, Merlot, Sangiovese, Cabernet
Pfeffer, Zinfandel, Port, Viognier, Hollywood Red and hand-selected Familia DeRose wines from Tuscany.
Also wines from Chile, Argentina, France and Spain.
Directions: Take Hwy 156 east off Hwy 101. Right on Union Road just before
Hollister, go 3 miles to Cienega Road. Turn right, travel 7 miles to winery.
Hours: Sat-Sun 11-4. Weekdays by appointment only.
Facilities: Outdoor patio/picnic area and indoor wedding/party room.
Nostalgic Auto Museum
open 1st Saturday of every
month or by appointment
831-636-9143 | www.derosewine.com
Pat and
Alphonse
DeRose
Pietra Santa Winery on Cienega Road
Unique features: A family-run estate in the beautiful Cienega Valley 25 miles from Monterey Bay. The wines benefit
from cool breezes off the Coast and the granite and limestone soils, ideal for flavor development. The winery is named
Pietra Santa or “Sacred Stone” in honor of these unique soils. The estate includes 140 acres of wine grapes and 25
acres of olive trees, and has one of the few Italian Pieralisi olive presses in California.
Alessio
Carli
Wine portfolio: Many single varietal wines including Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Zinfandel, Pinot Noir and
Chardonnay. In keeping with winemaker Alessio Carli’s Italian heritage, Pietra Santa also produces Sangiovese,
Dolcetto and Pinot Grigio. The limited-production Signature Collection includes Cabernet Sauvignon, Vache Red
Blend, and Chardonnay. They also produce a 100% certified-organic, Extra Virgin Olive Oil that is grown, crushed
and bottled on the site.
Directions: Take Hwy 156 east. Turn right on Union Road, travel 3 miles and turn right on Cienega Road. Travel
approximately 7 miles, the winery’s driveway in on the right.
Hours: Wed-Sun 11-5; Mon & Tue by appointment only.
831-636-1991 | www.pietrasantawinery.com
SANTA CLARA COUNTY
Guglielmo Winery in Morgan Hill
Unique features: The family home since 1925. The Heritage Room, in our cobblestone piazza, showcases
family artifacts and a selection of gourmet food items and gifts. Picnic tables, lawns and gardens.
Wine portfolio: Private Reserve Petite Sirah, Syrah, Rosatello, Zinfandel, Merlot, Sangiovese, Cabernet
Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio and Pinot Noir. California Champagne and dessert wines as well as
“Tré” Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah.
Directions: On Hwy. 101 in Morgan Hill, 12 miles south of San Jose, exit East Dunne Ave. to the east.
Turn left on Condit, then right on Main, winery is 1/4 mile on the right.
Hours: Daily 10-5.
Facilities: Courtyard and stage for events and weddings
for several hundred people at Villa Emile Center.
Cindy Adams
1480 East Main Ave., Morgan Hill, CA 95037
408-779-2145 | www.guglielmowinery.com
J. Lohr San Jose Wine Center
Unique features: J. Lohr San Jose Wine Center includes an intimate space for private corporate events. Our
handsome tasting room features complimentary J. Lohr wine tasting, wine accessories and related educational
information. Voted Wine Enthusiast magazine’s 2010 American Winery of the Year. Six complimentary tastings.
Wine portfolio: Respecting nature, nurturing balance. Outstanding varietal wines from the J. Lohr signature
series. Wines are produced from J. Lohr’s vineyards (more than 3000 acres) in Monterey County and Paso
Robles. Taste delicious J. Lohr signature series as well as J. Lohr Gesture wines.
Directions: From Interstate 880, take the Santa Clara/The Alameda exit. Take The Alameda approx.
1/2 mile (toward downtown San Jose).
Turn left on Lenzen Ave. (traffic light).
1000 Lenzen Avenue, San Jose, CA 95126
408-918-2160 | www.jlohr.com
Hours: Daily 10-5.
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Sarah’s Vineyard in Gilroy
Unique features: Sarah’s Vineyard is a small production, boutique winery that specializes in Burgundian and
Rhone wines from the peaks, slopes and foothills of Mount Madonna. Our rustic tasting room and art gallery, surrounded by vineyards and lovely natural scenery, is available for private and corporate events.
Wine portfolio: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Rhone varietals such as Marsanne, Roussanne, Viognier,
Grenache, Carignane, Syrah and Zinfandel.
Directions: Sarah’s Vineyard is about 30 minutes southwest of San Jose, or an hour north of Monterey.
Located on scenic Hwy. 152 (Hecker Pass Hwy) near Watsonville Rd, 5 miles west of Hwy. 101.
Hours: Daily 12-5.
Facilities: Deck and picnic area, bocce courts,
vineyard walking trail with overlook.
Alicia
Estrella
4005 Hecker Pass Road, Gilroy, CA 95020
408-847-1947 | www.sarahsvineyard.com
SANTA CRUZ MOUNTAINS
Burrell School Vineyards on Summit Road
Unique features: Located at 1600 feet in the Santa Cruz Mountains, the views from the stately red schoolhouse winery are unparalleled. In this peaceful sun-drenched paradise, you can relax with a picnic and a
bottle of fine estate wine, surrounded by beautiful vineyards and redwood covered mountains that stretch
all the way to the sea.
Dave and
Anne
Moulton
Wine portfolio: Experience wines that are truly “At the Head of Their Class!” Sip our “Teacher’s Pet” Estate
Chardonnay, Old School Cabernet, “Principal’s Choice” Estate Pinot Noir, “Extra Credit” Estate Cabernet
Franc, “Spring Break” Estate Syrah. “Detention Red” Ryan Oaks Zinfandel, “Dean’s List” Cabernet, “Class
Reunion” Old Vine Zin/Mataro/Carignane (from vines planted in 1898), and our
premium Bordeaux blend, “Valedictorian.” School was never this much fun!
Directions: Located halfway between San Jose and Santa Cruz on Summit Road, 3.5 miles east of the
intersection of Hwy. 17 and
24060 Summit Road, Los Gatos, CA 95033
Summit Road.
408-353-6290 (phone & fax) | www.burrellschool.com
Hours: Thurs-Sun 11-5.
Loma Prieta Winery on Loma Prieta Way
Unique features: You may recognize the Loma Prieta name from the famous earthquake in 1989, but the Santa Cruz
Mountains also play host to America’s premier mountain vineyard area. Located here at an altitude of about 2,300
feet, Loma Prieta Winery offers spectacular “top of the world” views of Santa Cruz and Monterey, picnic tables,
bocce ball, and handcrafted wines produced in small lots and barrel aged in the finest oak.
Wine portfolio: Loma Prieta Winery produces the most award-winning Pinot Noirs in the Santa Cruz Mountains.
The only Santa Cruz Mountains winery with estate-grown Pinotage, and home to the first Pinotage-Only Wine
Club in North America. Also enjoy well-crafted Viognier, Petite Sirah, Merlot, Cabernet, and Port.
Directions: Take Hwy 17 to the Summit Road exit, east on Summit Road (which changes to Highland Way) for
about 6 miles, The road splits at the stop sign. Take the road to the left, (Mt. Bache will become Loma Prieta
Way), about 1.5 miles. Winery is on the left.
26985 Loma Prieta Way, Los Gatos, CA 95033
408-353-2950 | www.LomaPrietaWinery.com
Amy and
Paul Kemp
Hours: Sat-Sun 12-5.
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We’d like to hear from you about what you like and what we could do better.
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SANTA CRUZ MOUNTAINS
MJA Winery off Summit Road
to
Wine Tasting Rooms
NEW!
Unique features: Proprietor Marin Artukovich got his start in the Kona coffee business in the 1990s. After 16
years, decided to focus on wine. He moved to Napa Valley, bought an estate on Howell Mountain and spent
two years renovating it. Then the ocean called and Marin came to Santa Cruz where he and Cathy Bentley, a
local who also has a background in coffee, recruited winemaker Mikael Wargin to join their team. Now they’ve
opened the Summit Tasting Room and will be planting Cabernet Sauvignon on vineyard property in the Santa
Cruz Mountains in the spring of 2011. Frequently you’ll find all three of them in the winery, talking about coffee and wine. It’s a great place to hang out, either inside at the bar or outside on the patio. And with their
shared love of wine, it’s a great place to learn more about the appellation.
Wine portfolio: MJA Vineyards specializes in Napa Valley and Santa Cruz Mountains varietals offered from
their Serene Cellars and DaVine Cellars selections. Serene Cellars: Cabernet Sauvignon, Stags Leap and Rutherford,
Napa Valley; Cabernet Sauvignon, Rutherford and Calistoga, Napa Valley; Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley, and
Sauvignon Blanc, Carneros, Napa Valley. DaVine Cellars: Cabernet Sauvignon, Rutherford and Diamond Mountain,
Napa Valley, and Pinot Noir, Corralitos, Santa Cruz Mountains.
Cathy Bentley
Directions: On Hwy 17, half way between San Jose and Santa Cruz, exit on Summit Road and go east 5 miles to where
Summit Road becomes Highland Way. At 24900 Highland Way, turn right and go up
24900 Highland Way, Los Gatos, CA 95033
the driveway. Tasting room is on the left.
408-353-6000 | www.mjavineyards.com
Hours: Thu-Sun 11-5
Poetic Cellars in Soquel
Unique features: The recently opened Poetic Cellars Winery is located on 36 acres in the beautiful Santa Cruz Mountains
overlooking the Pacific Ocean. The temperate climate makes it an ideal location for growing many of the grapes contained in our wines. The cooling ocean air ensures that the grapes have a long growing season and ripen to perfection.
Wine portfolio: The winery’s motto, “A Passion for Excellence,” is gleaned from the method used to make the wines. The
resulting wines express their terroir with grace and finesse. New for 2009 are Poetic’s first releases of Santa Cruz Mountains
Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, plus uniquely harmonic blends. Katy’s wines from her Livermore vineyards accentuate the
varietals that thrive in that warmer climate: Cabernet, Merlot, Mourvedre, Syrah, Petite Sirah plus late harvest creations.
Directions: From Rte 1 in Soquel, take Bay/Porter east. Then left on Laurel Glen for 1.5 miles. Left at Rodeo Gulch
1.2 miles to winery. From Hwy 17, take Vine Hill exit. Go 2.5 miles to Mountain View Road. Left on Mountain View for
1 mile to Rodeo Gulch Road, right 1/2 mile to winery.
Katy Lovell
5000 N. Rodeo Gulch Road, Soquel, CA 95073
831-462-3478 | www.poeticcellars.com
Hours: Sat & Sun 12-5.
Vine Hill Winery in Santa Cruz
Unique features: Located in the heart of the Santa Cruz Mountains, in the historic Vine Hill District established in
1867, the winery is surrounded by rolling vineyards, graceful landscaping and breathtaking views of Monterey Bay.
Winemaker Sal Godinez continues a tradition of excellence, crafting wines without compromise.
Wine portfolio: Experience the Cumbre ’07 Hicks Family Vineyard and Raffaelli Vineyard Pinot Noirs, each with 92
points from Wine Enthusiast. Savor Vine Hill Santa Cruz Mountains Pinot Noir, Syrah and Chardonnay, and don’t
miss the gold-medal-winning ’08 Santa Cruz Mountains Pinot and the ’08 Sea Change Pinot, named one of the
“Year’s Best Pinot Noirs” by Wine & Spirits. Enjoy award-winning Gatos Locos Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and
Zinfandel. All aged to perfection in 100% French oak barrels. Limited Release and Library wines available to wine
club members.
Directions: From Hwy 17, take the Vine Hill Road exit. Go 2 miles, turn left onto Jarvis Road 2 miles. The driveway
to the winery is on the right across from the Vine Hill sign. From Santa Cruz, take Branciforte Road to Vine Hill
Road Branciforte becomes Vine Hill Road). Go right on Jarvis Road 2 miles. Driveway to winery is on the right.
2300 Jarvis Road, Santa Cruz, CA 95065
831-427-0436 | www.vinehillwinery.com
Winemaker Sal Godinez
Hours: Every third weekend (Sat-Sun) of each month 12-5.
Visit website for special events.
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Directory of Wineries and Wine Tasting Rooms
1. Alfaro/Tasting Room
420 Hames Rd., Corralitos
831-761-1174
14. DeRose Winery/Tasting Room
9970 Cienega Rd., Hollister 831-636-9143
30. McIntyre Vineyards
31901 Sanchez Rd., Soledad 831-678-4845
2. Baywood Cellars/Tasting Room
381 Cannery Row #C, Monterey
831-645-9035
15. De Tierra Vineyards 831-484-2557
16. Element Restaurant and Wine Bar/Tasting
275 River Rd., Salinas 831-998-7045
31. MJA Winery/Tasting Room
24900 Highland Way, Los Gatos
408-353-6000
4. Boekenoogen Winery/Tasting Room #2
33520 Fairview Rd., Soledad
831-659-4215
5. Boëté Winery/Tasting Room
7156 Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel Valley
831-625-5040, Winery 831-659-7563
6. Burrell School/Tasting Room
24060 Summit Rd., Los Gatos
408-353-6290
7. Caraccioli Cellars/Tasting Room
Dolores btwn. Ocean & 7th, Carmel
831-622-7722
8. Carmel Hills Winery/Tasting Room
12 Del Fino Pl. (LyonsHead Gallery)
Carmel 831-659-0750
9. Château Julien/Tasting Room
8940 Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel
831-624-2600
10. Château Sinnet/Tasting Room #1
13746 Center St., Carmel Valley Village
831-659-2244
11. Château Sinnet/Tasting Room #2
1182 Broadway, Seaside 831-394-6090
17. English Ales/Beer Tasting
223A Reindollar Ave., Marina 831-883-3000
18. Figge Cellars at Winfield Gallery/Tasting
Dolores btwn. Ocean and 7th, Carmel
831-624-3369
32. Morgan Winery/Tasting Room
204 Crossroads Blvd., Carmel 831-626-3700
33. Nicholson Vineyards/Tasting Room
2800 Pleasant Valley Rd., Aptos
831-761-5540
36. Pessagno Winery/Tasting Room
1645 River Rd., Salinas 831-675-9463
21. Hammond Vineyards/Tasting Room
37. Pierce Ranch Vineyards/Tasting Room
499 Wave St., Monterey 831-372-8900
22. The Haute Enchilada Café/Tasting Room
7902 Moss Landing Rd., Moss Landing
831-633-5843
23. J. Lohr Estates Wine Center/Tasting Room
1000 Lenzen Ave., San Jose
408-288-5057
38. Pietra Santa Winery/Wine & Olive Oil Tasting
10034 Cienega Rd., Hollister 831-636-1991
39. Pleasant Valley Vineyards/Tasting Room
600 Pleasant Valley Rd., Aptos 831-728-2826
24. Joullian Vineyard/Tasting Room
2 Village Dr., Carmel Valley Village
831-659-8100
40. Poetic Cellars/Tasting Room
5000 N. Rodeo Gulch Rd., Soquel
831-462-3478
25. Joyce Vineyards/Tasting Room
19 E. Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel Valley
831-659-2885
41. Ray Franscioni Wines/Tasting Room
32720 River Rd., Soledad 831-675-3548
26. Lockwood Vineyard 800-753-1424
12. Chock Rock Winery/Tasting Room
1 Del Fino Pl., Carmel Valley
831-659-7625
27. Loma Prieta Winery/Tasting Room
26985 Loma Prieta Way, Los Gatos
408-353-2950
13. Cima Collina Winery/Tasting Room
San Carlos btwn. Ocean and 7th, Carmel
831-620-0645 / Winery 831-384-7806
28. Manzoni Estate Vineyard/Tasting Room
30981 River Rd., Soledad 831-675-0398
29. Marilyn Remark/Tasting Room
42. Sarah’s Vineyard/Tasting Room
4005 Hecker Pass Rd., Gilroy 408-847-1947
43. Scheid Vineyards/Tasting Room
1972 Hobson St., Greenfield 831-386-0316
44. Scheid Vineyards/Tasting Room
571 Cannery Row, Monterey 831-656-4646
45. Star Market/Retail Wines
1275 S. Main St., Salinas 831-422-3961
Paso Robles / Templeton
Wineries & Wine Tasting Rooms
62. Eos Estate Winery
2300 Airport Rd., Paso Robles 805-591-8050
64. Pianetta Winery/Tasting Room
Tasting Room
829 13th St., Paso Robles 805-226-4005
65. Pomar Junction Vineyard/Tasting Room
5036 S. El Pomar Dr., Templeton
805-238-9940
Vineyard
52. Ventana Vineyards/Le Mistral Tasting Room #1
2999 Monterey-Salinas Hwy., Monterey
831-372-7415
53. Ventana Vineyards/Le Mistral Tasting Room #2
38740 Los Coches Rd., Soledad
831-678-2900
54. Vine Hill Winery/Tasting Room #1
2300 Jarvis Rd., Santa Cruz 831-427-0436
55. Vine Hill Winery/Tasting Room #2
Mission Street, Santa Cruz 831-427-0436
56. Whole Enchilada Marketplace
7990-A Highway One, Moss Landing
831-632-2628
57. Windy Oaks/Tasting Room
550 Hazel Dell Rd., Corralitos 831-786-9463
58. Wine from the Heart/Tasting Room
241 Alvarado St., Monterey 831-641-9463
59. Wrath/Tasting Room
35801 Foothill Rd., Soledad 831-678-2992
60. Wrath at Carmel Plaza/Tasting Room
Ocean Ave., Carmel 831-678-2992
61. Zeph’s One Stop/Tasting Room
1366 S. Main St., Salinas 831-757-3947
J. Lohr Estates
62
Eos Estate Winery
Paso Robles
Vineyard
Tasting Room
51. Tudor at Andre’s Bouchée/Tasting Room
Mission south of Ocean, Carmel 831-224-2116
63
Pianetta Tasting
64 Room
63. J. Lohr Estates Wine Center/Tasting Room
6169 Airport Rd., Paso Robles
805-239-8900
Vineyard
Retail Store
Olive Oil Tasting
Retail Store
Olive Oil Tasting
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Olive Oil
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of the map on the opposite page
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50. Terranova Fine Wines/Tasting Room
305 Calle Principal, Monterey 831-333-1313
35. Parsonage/Tasting Room & Art Gallery
19 E. Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel Valley Village
831-659-2215
20. Hahn Family Wines/Tasting Room
37700 Foothill Rd., Soledad
831-678-4555
48. Talbott Vineyards/Tasting Room
53 W. Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel Valley Village
831-659-3500
49. Tondré Grapefields
707-738-9676
34. Paraiso Vineyards/Tasting Room
38060 Paraiso Springs Rd., Soledad
831-678-0300
19. Guglielmo Winery/Tasting Room
1480 E. Main Ave., Morgan Hill
408-779-2145
47. Sycamore Cellars Winery/Tasting Room
45185 Arroyo Seco Rd., Greenfield
831-674-5760
Tasting Room
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3. Boekenoogen Winery/Tasting Room #1
24 W. Carmel Valley Rd., Carmel Valley
831-659-4215
46. Summit Store/Retail Wines
24197 Summit Rd., Los Gatos
408-353-2186
Retail Store
Vineyard
Olive Oil Tasting
Retail Store
Olive Oil Tasting
Spring/Summer 2011
Los Gatos
6
Burrell
School
54
Vine Hill
48
MJA Winery
31
27
23
Summit Store
Morgan
J. Lohr Wine Center
(in San Jose)
Hill
19
Guglielmo
San Martin
Loma Prieta
Tasting
Room
Vineyard
Retail Store
Olive Oil Tasting
Tasting Room
Vineyard Vineyard
Retail Store
Olive Oil Tasting
Tasting Room
Retail Store
Olive
Oil Tasting
Poetic Cellars
40
Scotts Valley
Sarah’s
42
Tasting
RoomVineyard
Vineyard
Retail Store
Olive Oil Tasting
Tasting Room
Vineyard
Retail Store
Olive Oil Tasting
Santa
Cruz
CountyVineyard
Tasting
Room
Retail Store
Olive Oil Tasting
Nicholson
Tasting Room
Vineyard 33 Retail
Store
Olive Oil Tasting
Hollister
VIne Hill Winery
Gilroy
55
AlfaroOil Tasting
Soquel Retail Store 1 Olive
Tasting Room
Vineyard
Pleasant
Tasting Room
Vineyard
Retail Store
Olive Oil Tasting
39
Santa Cruz
Valley
Windy Oaks
57
San Benito
Capitola Aptos
Tasting Room
Vineyard
Retail Store
Olive Oil Tasting
County
Tasting Room
Vineyard
Retail
Store Room OliveVineyard
Oil Tasting Retail Store
Tasting
Olive Oil Tasting
Vineyard
Tasting Room
Retail Store
Vineyard
Union
Olive Oil Tasting
Retail Store
Olive Oil Tasting
San Juan Bautista
Watsonville
22
56
Moss Landing
Elkhorn Slough
Haute Enchilada Café
Pietra Santa
Whole Enchilada Marketplace
Tasting Room
Tasting Room
Tasting Room
Vineyard
Retail Store
Castroville
Vineyard
Retail Store
Olive Oil Tasting
Olive Oil Tasting
Marina
2
Baywood Cellars
37 44
Pierce Ranch
17
DeRose
Zeph’s One Stop
English Ales
(Beer Tasting)
Vineyard
Tasting
TastingRoom
Room
Vineyard
Vineyard
14
38
La Cienega
Tasting Room
Retail Store
Retail
RetailStore
Store
Salinas
61
Star Market
45
16
Marilyn Remark
29
Monterey
Tasting Room
Vineyard
Tasting Room
Retail
Vineyard
Olive Oil
Retail
Tasting
Store
Olive Oil Tasting
Ventana
Vineyards/Le
Mistral
52 Store
Cima Collina
Tasting
Room
Vineyard
Retail Store
Olive Oil Tasting
13
Hammond
Tudor
51
21
ting Room
Vineyard
Retail Store
Olive Oil Tasting
Tasting
Room
Vineyard
Retail
Store
Olive
Tasting
Oil
Tasting
Room
Vineyard
Retail
Store
Olive Oil Tasting
Carmel
Tasting
Room Cellars
Vineyard
Retail Store
Olive Oil Tasting
Caraciolli
7
Tasting Room
Vineyard
Retail Store Chualar
Olive Oil Tasting
ng Room
Vineyard
Retail
Store
Olive
Oil
Tasting
18 60 Vineyard
Tasting
Room
Retail Store
Olive Oil Tasting
Figge
Wrath
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Tasting Room
Vineyard ChuaRetail Store
Olive Oil Tasting
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Boëté
Tasting
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Vineyard
Retail
Store
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Oil
Tasting
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Vineyard
Olive Oil Tasting
Morgan Retail
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Vineyard
Retail
Olive Oil Tasting
Tasting15
RoomDe Tierra
Vineyard
Retail Store
Olive Oil Tasting
Château Julien
9 Store
ting Room
Vineyard
Retail Store
Olive Oil Tasting
m
Vineyard Vineyard
Retail Store
Olive Oil Tasting
Gonzales
sting Room
Retail Store
Olive Oil Tasting
Pessagno
36
Carmel Valley
Tasting Room
Vineyard
Retail Store
Olive Oil Tasting
oom
Vineyard
Retail Store
Olive Oil Tasting
Tasting Room
Vineyard
Retail Store
Olive Oil Tasting
Village
Tasting Room
Vineyard
Retail Store
Olive Oil Tasting
Manzoni
28 Gonzales
Rocky
Joullian
24
Ray Franscioni
Point
41 River Rd
Talbott
48
Tasting
Room
Vineyard
Olive Oil Tasting
McIntyre
30 Retail Store
Boekenoogen
3
Carmel Hills
8
Boekenoogen
4
Chateau Sinnet
10
Tasting
Room
Vineyard
RetailFoStore
Olive Oil Tasting
Chock
Rock
12
rt Alta
Tondré Grapefields
49 Store
Ro
Tasting Room
Vineyard Parsonage
Retail Store
Olive
Oil
Tasting
35
Tasting Room
Vineyard
Retail
Olive Oil Tasting
mi
Tasting Room
Vineyard
Retail Store
Olive Oil Tasting Wrath
e
59
Joyce
25
Tasting
Room
Vineyard
Retail
Store
Olive Oil Tasting
Tasting Room Tasting
Vineyard
Retail
Store
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Oil TastingOlive Oil Tasting
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Room
Vineyard
Retail
Store
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Tasting
Room
Vineyard
Retail
Store
Olive
Oil Tasting
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Tasting Room
Vineyard
Retail
Olive Oil Tasting
a Store
Tasting Room
Vineyard
Retail Store
Olive Oil Tasting
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a
Hahn
20
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Tasting
Room
Retail Store
Olive Oil Tasting
Tasting Room
Vineyard
Retail Store
Olive Oil
Tasting Vineyard
ac
50
Terranova Fine Wines
58
Scheid
Chateau Sinnet
11
Wine from the Heart
Element
River
Road
Tasting
Room
Olive Oil
Tasting Vineyard
Retail Store
Tasting Room
Retail Store
34
Paraiso
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Tas
Foothill
Vineyard
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Car
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Tasting Room
Arroyo
RetailSeco
Store
Vineyard
Soledad
Olive Oil Tasting
Olive Oil Tasting
Road
Monterey
County
Tasting Room
Sycamore Cellars
Vineyard
Ventana Vineyards/
Le Mistral
47
Arroyo Se
co Ro
ad
Big Sur
Tasting Room
Vineyard
Retail
Tasting
Store
Room
Retail Store
Greenfield
53
Scheid
Olive Oil Tasting
43
Hobson Road
Olive
Vineyard
Oil TastingRetail Store
Jolon Road
Tasting Room
Vineyard
Retail Store
Olive Oil Tasting
Olive Oil Tasting
King City
Tasting Room
Vineyard
Retail Store
Olive Oil Tasting
Lockwood
See Tasting Room Guide on page 67
for complete directions
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Pinnacles
National
Monumen
VISIT US IN OUR TASTING ROOM ON
DOLORES & 7 TH IN DOWNTOWN CARMEL!
Please visit www.caracciolicellars.com for more information.
The Caraccioli family is
committed to providing the best
possible experience with each
of our wines. Our Santa Lucia
Highlands’ sparkling and still
wines are made for you in an
old world style, by an old world
Swiss-Italian family. Recently
released, Caraccioli Cellars is
the perfect accompaniment
for a casual evening in, a night
out or a lavish celebration. Join
us in our new tasting room to
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